The Police Foundation
Improving policing for the benefit of the public by: Undertaking credible quality applied research of direct relevance to policy and practice;Hosting events and independent enquiries into specific policing issues;Offering training and consultancy to help the police and others transfer evidence and knowledge into policy and practice; andDisseminating key issues through publications etc.
Activities & Mission
Improving policing for the benefit of the public by: Undertaking credible quality applied research of direct relevance to policy and practice;Hosting events and independent enquiries into specific policing issues;Offering training and consultancy to help the police and others transfer evidence and knowledge into policy and practice; andDisseminating key issues through publications etc.
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 92% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 78% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £658,672 | £771,935 | £771,935 | £375,962 | £375,962 | 9 / 0 |
| 2024 | £615,982 | £627,353 | £622,974 | £472,012 | £472,012 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £538,199 | £530,742 | £530,742 | £483,383 | £483,383 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £440,562 | £494,895 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £490,166 | £412,843 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Police Foundation
What does The Police Foundation do?
Improving policing for the benefit of the public by: Undertaking credible quality applied research of direct relevance to policy and practice;Hosting events and independent enquiries into specific policing issues;Offering training and consultancy to help the police and others transfer evidence and knowledge into policy and practice; andDisseminating key issues through publications etc.
How much income did The Police Foundation report in 2025?
The Police Foundation reported total income of £659k and reported expenditure of £772k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Police Foundation?
The Police Foundation has a program ratio of 117.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Police Foundation registered as a charity?
The Police Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 August 1979 as charity number 278257. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Police Foundation?
The Police Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Police Foundation operate?
The Police Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Police Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Police Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278257.
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EC1V 2NX
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