The Birmingham Settlement
The relief of poverty, distress and hardship;The furtherance of health;The advancement of education and vocation training;The promotion of social rehabilitation;The promotion of the physical, intellectual, social and moral welfare of the community; andThe provision of recreational facilities in the interest of social welfare.
Activities & Mission
The relief of poverty, distress and hardship;The furtherance of health;The advancement of education and vocation training;The promotion of social rehabilitation;The promotion of the physical, intellectual, social and moral welfare of the community; andThe provision of recreational facilities in the interest of social welfare.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 44% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,112,914 | £2,242,008 | £1,956,860 | £3,138,794 | £797,593 | 48 / 100 |
| 2024 | £1,919,431 | £1,949,531 | £1,683,389 | £3,267,888 | £788,566 | 46 / 80 |
| 2023 | £1,762,041 | £1,886,161 | £1,573,496 | £3,297,988 | £770,000 | 48 / 60 |
| 2022 | £2,019,461 | £1,955,478 | £1,661,195 | £3,211,718 | £770,000 | 51 / 80 |
| 2021 | £1,865,937 | £1,613,208 | £1,401,624 | £2,965,862 | £1,010,284 | 40 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Birmingham Settlement
What does The Birmingham Settlement do?
The relief of poverty, distress and hardship;The furtherance of health;The advancement of education and vocation training;The promotion of social rehabilitation;The promotion of the physical, intellectual, social and moral welfare of the community; andThe provision of recreational facilities in the interest of social welfare.
How much income did The Birmingham Settlement report in 2025?
The Birmingham Settlement reported total income of £2.11m and reported expenditure of £2.24m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Birmingham Settlement?
The Birmingham Settlement has a program ratio of 92.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Birmingham Settlement registered as a charity?
The Birmingham Settlement was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 1986 as charity number 517303. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs The Birmingham Settlement?
The Birmingham Settlement is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Matthew Gregson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Birmingham Settlement operate?
The Birmingham Settlement operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Birmingham Settlement a registered charity?
Yes — The Birmingham Settlement is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 517303.
Details
600 Kingstanding Road
Birmingham
B44 9SH
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