The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance
The activities of Leicester Diocese are wide but its primary activity is to support the clergy of the Diocese through the payment of stipends, the management and maintenance of parsonages and other ministerial housing and provide other facilities and resources in support of the ministry of both clergy and lay people across the Diocese.
Activities & Mission
The activities of Leicester Diocese are wide but its primary activity is to support the clergy of the Diocese through the payment of stipends, the management and maintenance of parsonages and other ministerial housing and provide other facilities and resources in support of the ministry of both clergy and lay people across the Diocese.
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 54% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample: 312). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £10,823,000 | £12,270,000 | £10,170,000 | £78,998,000 | £7,700,000 | 59 / 50 |
| 2023 | £10,706,000 | £12,571,000 | £10,617,000 | £79,293,000 | £7,900,000 | 95 / 10 |
| 2022 | £10,963,000 | £12,008,000 | £10,340,000 | £80,539,000 | £6,560,000 | 92 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,903,000 | £11,856,000 | £10,567,000 | £79,057,000 | £6,910,000 | 63 / 0 |
| 2020 | £9,639,000 | £12,104,000 | £10,615,000 | £76,656,000 | £7,030,000 | 74 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance
What does The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance do?
The activities of Leicester Diocese are wide but its primary activity is to support the clergy of the Diocese through the payment of stipends, the management and maintenance of parsonages and other ministerial housing and provide other facilities and resources in support of the ministry of both clergy and lay people across the Diocese.
How much income did The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance report in 2024?
The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance reported total income of £10.82m and reported expenditure of £12.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance has a program ratio of 94.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample of 312 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance registered as a charity?
The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 1966 as charity number 249100. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance?
The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David John Palmer. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance operate?
The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance operates across 2 areas: Leicester City and Leicestershire.
Is The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance a registered charity?
Yes — The Leicester Diocesan Board Of Finance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249100.
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