The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited
Also known as: Iea
The IEA's activities include research, publications, conferences, lectures, seminars, special events, a website, blog and extensive programme of student and teacher outreach.
Activities & Mission
The IEA's activities include research, publications, conferences, lectures, seminars, special events, a website, blog and extensive programme of student and teacher outreach.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Arts 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 | £1,339,674 | £2,152,184 | £1,785,961 | £5,243,885 | £0 | 20 / 12 |
| 2024 | £1,975,000 | £2,985,000 | £2,487,000 | £6,319,000 | £197,000 | 22 / 12 |
| 2023 | £2,318,000 | £2,426,000 | £2,112,000 | £3,172,000 | £621,000 | 22 / 12 |
| 2022 | £2,565,000 | £2,349,000 | £2,050,000 | £3,342,000 | £689,000 | 20 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,343,000 | £2,328,000 | £1,961,000 | £3,026,000 | £157,000 | 20 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited
What does The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited do?
The IEA's activities include research, publications, conferences, lectures, seminars, special events, a website, blog and extensive programme of student and teacher outreach.
How much income did The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited report in 2025?
The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited reported total income of £1.34m and reported expenditure of £2.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited?
The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited has a program ratio of 133.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited registered as a charity?
The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 August 1969 as charity number 235351. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited?
The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited operate?
The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited operates across 2 areas: Belgium and London.
Is The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Institute Of Economic Affairs Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235351.
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LONDON
SW1P 3LB
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated