The Blue Lamp Trust

Promote community safety in Hampshire by: Operating the Bobby Scheme providing free home security/safety surveys to the elderly & vulnerable including victims of crime. When appropriate practical intervention through fitting of security & safety devices Giving grants to schemes towards reducing crime & the risk of fire in homesOperate Driver Training to reduce death and injuries on our roads

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Activities & Mission

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.

Local Authority

Hampshire Isle Of Wight

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,241,373

Latest Expenditure

£1,409,597

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 52.4%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 46.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 53.9%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £213,444

Charitable Activities £45,766

Other Trading £969,644

Investments £12,519

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £650,203

Raising Funds £759,394

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£1,241,373	£1,409,597	£650,203	£424,216	£424,216	16 / 4
2024	£1,314,675	£1,402,470	£582,719	£493,644	£444,798	14 / 4
2023	£1,213,125	£1,146,029	£446,390	£581,440	£569,241	12 / 3
2022	£381,322	£292,680				0 / 3
2021	£277,639	£218,480				0 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Blue Lamp Trust

What does The Blue Lamp Trust do?

How much income did The Blue Lamp Trust report in 2025?

The Blue Lamp Trust reported total income of £1.24m and reported expenditure of £1.41m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Blue Lamp Trust registered as a charity?

The Blue Lamp Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 2010 as charity number 1137786. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The Blue Lamp Trust?

The Blue Lamp Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Peter William Neyroud. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Blue Lamp Trust operate?

The Blue Lamp Trust operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Isle Of Wight.

Is The Blue Lamp Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Blue Lamp Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137786.