The Salvation Army Social Work Trust
Notable UK charityAlso known as: The Salvation Army Social Work, The Salvation Army Social Services
The provision of supported accommodation for homeless people Older peoples housing and supportWork to help unemployed people back into workAnti-Human Trafficking workAddiction Support ServicesOutreach programmes and services to communitiesFamily tracing serviceFrontline assistance to emergency services personnel and people affected by disasters
Activities & Mission
The provision of supported accommodation for homeless people Older peoples housing and supportWork to help unemployed people back into workAnti-Human Trafficking workAddiction Support ServicesOutreach programmes and services to communitiesFamily tracing serviceFrontline assistance to emergency services personnel and people affected by disasters
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 71% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample: 312). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £239,727,000 | £235,035,000 | £234,985,000 | £446,957,000 | £22,439,000 | 2016 / 650 |
| 2024 | £239,960,000 | £231,571,000 | £231,521,000 | £443,020,000 | £20,731,000 | 2287 / 650 |
| 2023 | £252,746,000 | £219,009,000 | £218,959,000 | £409,949,000 | £20,084,000 | 2228 / 650 |
| 2022 | £201,362,000 | £187,029,000 | £186,979,000 | £375,387,000 | £15,368,000 | 1847 / 650 |
| 2021 | £172,706,000 | £162,182,000 | £162,132,000 | £349,664,000 | £12,864,000 | 2626 / 600 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Salvation Army Social Work Trust
What does The Salvation Army Social Work Trust do?
The provision of supported accommodation for homeless people Older peoples housing and supportWork to help unemployed people back into workAnti-Human Trafficking workAddiction Support ServicesOutreach programmes and services to communitiesFamily tracing serviceFrontline assistance to emergency services personnel and people affected by disasters
How much income did The Salvation Army Social Work Trust report in 2025?
The Salvation Army Social Work Trust reported total income of £239.73m and reported expenditure of £235.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Salvation Army Social Work Trust?
The Salvation Army Social Work Trust has a program ratio of 98.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 71% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample of 312 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Salvation Army Social Work Trust registered as a charity?
The Salvation Army Social Work Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 February 1963 as charity number 215174. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Salvation Army Social Work Trust?
The Salvation Army Social Work Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Salvation Army Social Work Trust operate?
The Salvation Army Social Work Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Salvation Army Social Work Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Salvation Army Social Work Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 215174.
Details
1 CHAMPION PARK
LONDON
SE5 8FJ
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Also Known As
- The Salvation Army Social Work
- The Salvation Army Social Services
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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