The Social Research Association
Also known as: The Scoial Reesearch Association
Promoting high quality standards of social research, we seek to represent, support, connect and inform our members and the wider social research community. We do this with a range of events, workshops for the general public and practicing social researchers, training, and freely-available publications. Our website provides a wide range of information.
Activities & Mission
Promoting high quality standards of social research, we seek to represent, support, connect and inform our members and the wider social research community. We do this with a range of events, workshops for the general public and practicing social researchers, training, and freely-available publications. Our website provides a wide range of information.
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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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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 | £690,237 | £644,137 | £644,137 | £487,620 | £341,119 | 8 / 20 |
| 2024 | £643,862 | £689,409 | £689,409 | £441,520 | £441,520 | 0 / 20 |
| 2023 | £683,532 | £653,146 | £653,146 | £487,067 | £487,067 | 6 / 45 |
| 2022 | £612,134 | £481,004 | £481,004 | £456,681 | £456,681 | 5 / 47 |
| 2021 | £558,415 | £437,297 | £437,297 | £325,551 | £325,551 | 5 / 57 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Social Research Association
What does The Social Research Association do?
Promoting high quality standards of social research, we seek to represent, support, connect and inform our members and the wider social research community. We do this with a range of events, workshops for the general public and practicing social researchers, training, and freely-available publications. Our website provides a wide range of information.
How much income did The Social Research Association report in 2025?
The Social Research Association reported total income of £690k and reported expenditure of £644k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Social Research Association registered as a charity?
The Social Research Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 2008 as charity number 1123940. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Social Research Association?
The Social Research Association is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edward Dunn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Social Research Association operate?
The Social Research Association operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Social Research Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Social Research Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123940.
Details
70 Hillside Avenue
CANTERBURY
Kent
CT2 8HA
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Also Known As
- The Scoial Reesearch Association
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