The Hive Portsmouth
Also known as: The Hive
HIVE Portsmouth works in partnership with local people, groups and organisations to improve the well-being of people in Portsmouth. We support the development of voluntary and community groups, social enterprise, volunteering and social action. We provide information to guide people to the right support at the right time, enabling early intervention, independence and resilience.
Activities & Mission
HIVE Portsmouth works in partnership with local people, groups and organisations to improve the well-being of people in Portsmouth. We support the development of voluntary and community groups, social enterprise, volunteering and social action. We provide information to guide people to the right support at the right time, enabling early intervention, independence and resilience.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 66% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £758,547 | £998,870 | £998,167 | £1,421,781 | £540,711 | 13 / 200 |
| 2024 | £745,298 | £846,380 | £846,380 | £1,662,104 | £590,729 | 13 / 200 |
| 2023 | £1,431,783 | £871,691 | £871,691 | £1,713,186 | £690,361 | 15 / 200 |
| 2022 | £1,394,578 | £805,947 | £805,947 | £1,153,094 | £454,683 | 11 / 1072 |
| 2021 | £822,080 | £447,958 | £447,958 | £564,463 | £287,452 | 3 / 3872 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hive Portsmouth
What does The Hive Portsmouth do?
HIVE Portsmouth works in partnership with local people, groups and organisations to improve the well-being of people in Portsmouth. We support the development of voluntary and community groups, social enterprise, volunteering and social action. We provide information to guide people to the right support at the right time, enabling early intervention, independence and resilience.
How much income did The Hive Portsmouth report in 2025?
The Hive Portsmouth reported total income of £759k and reported expenditure of £999k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hive Portsmouth?
The Hive Portsmouth has a program ratio of 131.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hive Portsmouth registered as a charity?
The Hive Portsmouth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2020 as charity number 1189067. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Hive Portsmouth?
The Hive Portsmouth is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is REV ROBERT CHARLES WHITE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hive Portsmouth operate?
The Hive Portsmouth operates across 4 areas: Hampshire, Portsmouth City, Southampton City and West Sussex.
Is The Hive Portsmouth a registered charity?
Yes — The Hive Portsmouth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189067.
Details
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
GUILDHALL SQUARE
PORTSMOUTH
PO1 2DX
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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