The L M Kendon Settlement
The principal objective of the charity is to utilise its fund for the benefit of the elderly people of the London Borough of Newham. This is principally achieved through the operation of high dependancy sheltered accommodation within the borough.
Activities & Mission
The principal objective of the charity is to utilise its fund for the benefit of the elderly people of the London Borough of Newham. This is principally achieved through the operation of high dependancy sheltered accommodation within the borough.
Grants
The L M Kendon Settlement is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £300,386
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and accommodation or housing
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 66% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 668). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £362,724 | £300,386 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £443,280 | £577,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £606,719 | £602,597 | £602,597 | £10,767,554 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2022 | £617,330 | £575,005 | £575,005 | £11,903,201 | £0 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £628,647 | £529,545 | £529,545 | £11,826,211 | £0 | 5 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The L M Kendon Settlement
What does The L M Kendon Settlement do?
The principal objective of the charity is to utilise its fund for the benefit of the elderly people of the London Borough of Newham. This is principally achieved through the operation of high dependancy sheltered accommodation within the borough.
How much income did The L M Kendon Settlement report in 2025?
The L M Kendon Settlement reported total income of £363k and reported expenditure of £300k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The L M Kendon Settlement?
The L M Kendon Settlement has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 668 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The L M Kendon Settlement registered as a charity?
The L M Kendon Settlement was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1977 as charity number 273449. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The L M Kendon Settlement?
The L M Kendon Settlement is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The L M Kendon Settlement operate?
The L M Kendon Settlement operates in Newham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The L M Kendon Settlement a registered charity?
Yes — The L M Kendon Settlement is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273449.
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Registry Information
Other notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated