The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood
Also known as: St John's Pcc, Upper Norwood
The central purpose of St John's Church is to offer the Mass, pray for the community and the good of all creation. We provide a palace of worship for the community, offer pastoral care, teaching and guidance in the Christian Faith. We offer the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Matrimony and attend to the needs of the departed. This is done within a south-east London Parish which is diverse and lively.
Activities & Mission
The central purpose of St John's Church is to offer the Mass, pray for the community and the good of all creation. We provide a palace of worship for the community, offer pastoral care, teaching and guidance in the Christian Faith. We offer the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Matrimony and attend to the needs of the departed. This is done within a south-east London Parish which is diverse and lively.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £716,697 | £357,297 | £351,330 | £801,064 | £248,808 | 3 / 50 |
| 2023 | £270,678 | £309,073 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £327,504 | £368,615 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £349,546 | £261,583 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2020 | £336,016 | £236,269 | 0 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood
What does The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood do?
The central purpose of St John's Church is to offer the Mass, pray for the community and the good of all creation. We provide a palace of worship for the community, offer pastoral care, teaching and guidance in the Christian Faith. We offer the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Matrimony and attend to the needs of the departed. This is done within a south-east London Parish which is diverse and lively.
How much income did The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood report in 2024?
The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood reported total income of £717k and reported expenditure of £357k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood?
The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood has a program ratio of 49.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood registered as a charity?
The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 2011 as charity number 1144047. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood?
The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev JOHN ANTHONY PRITCHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood operate?
The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood operates in Croydon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood a registered charity?
Yes — The Parochial Church Council Of St John The Evangelist, Upper Norwood is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144047.
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