The Chartered Institute Of Housing
Also known as: Cih
We are the professional body for people working in the housing profession. By promoting the standards and ideals of housing and training and educating those engaged in the housing profession we aim to maximize the contribution that housing professionals make to the wellbeing of communities. We have over 18,000 members primarily in the UK but also in over 20 other countries across five continents.
Activities & Mission
We are the professional body for people working in the housing profession. By promoting the standards and ideals of housing and training and educating those engaged in the housing profession we aim to maximize the contribution that housing professionals make to the wellbeing of communities. We have over 18,000 members primarily in the UK but also in over 20 other countries across five continents.
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.
Show all 6 areas of operation Hide areas of operation
Country
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample: 312). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Housing charities with income over £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 | £10,036,767 | £9,336,571 | £9,336,571 | £8,692,615 | £7,973,875 | 109 / 600 |
| 2024 | £9,771,872 | £7,551,531 | £7,541,447 | £7,953,740 | £7,953,740 | 101 / 210 |
| 2023 | £8,007,090 | £7,550,514 | £7,540,779 | £5,531,122 | £5,531,000 | 94 / 210 |
| 2022 | £6,962,000 | £6,498,000 | £6,498,000 | £1,360,000 | £4,664,000 | 93 / 85 |
| 2021 | £6,876,000 | £6,660,000 | £6,660,000 | -£403,000 | £856,000 | 94 / 85 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Chartered Institute Of Housing
What does The Chartered Institute Of Housing do?
We are the professional body for people working in the housing profession. By promoting the standards and ideals of housing and training and educating those engaged in the housing profession we aim to maximize the contribution that housing professionals make to the wellbeing of communities. We have over 18,000 members primarily in the UK but also in over 20 other countries across five continents.
How much income did The Chartered Institute Of Housing report in 2025?
The Chartered Institute Of Housing reported total income of £10.04m and reported expenditure of £9.34m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Chartered Institute Of Housing?
The Chartered Institute Of Housing has a program ratio of 93.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample of 312 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Chartered Institute Of Housing registered as a charity?
The Chartered Institute Of Housing was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 August 1965 as charity number 244067. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The Chartered Institute Of Housing?
The Chartered Institute Of Housing is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chartered Institute Of Housing operate?
The Chartered Institute Of Housing operates across 6 areas, including Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Chartered Institute Of Housing a registered charity?
Yes — The Chartered Institute Of Housing is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 244067.
Details
First Floor
Rowan House
Westwood Way
Coventry
CV4 8HS
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Housing charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Cih
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated