The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited
Supporting the spreading of the Gospel at home and abroad, the life and witness of the United Reformed Church, the interests of the Church as a whole and the wellbeing of the society in which the Church is placed, in particular in the NW of England. Custodian Trustee for all properties owned by the Local Churches within the North Western Synod of the URC and properties owned by the Synod.
Activities & Mission
Supporting the spreading of the Gospel at home and abroad, the life and witness of the United Reformed Church, the interests of the Church as a whole and the wellbeing of the society in which the Church is placed, in particular in the NW of England. Custodian Trustee for all properties owned by the Local Churches within the North Western Synod of the URC and properties owned by the Synod.
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 97% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1072). How is this calculated?
Higher than 47% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Sarah Buckley Fund (organisation 252912)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,584,535 | £2,106,694 | £2,071,593 | £18,872,817 | £1,065,056 | 18 / 32 |
| 2023 | £1,311,808 | £2,008,604 | £1,976,607 | £19,688,166 | £1,024,330 | 15 / 32 |
| 2022 | £2,850,103 | £1,669,033 | £1,649,154 | £20,600,007 | £1,084,800 | 15 / 40 |
| 2021 | £2,345,808 | £2,042,835 | £2,041,950 | £18,045,054 | £17,344,994 | 14 / 40 |
| 2020 | £510,152 | £1,440,330 | £1,434,431 | £16,441,833 | £15,787,683 | 12 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited
What does The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited do?
Supporting the spreading of the Gospel at home and abroad, the life and witness of the United Reformed Church, the interests of the Church as a whole and the wellbeing of the society in which the Church is placed, in particular in the NW of England. Custodian Trustee for all properties owned by the Local Churches within the North Western Synod of the URC and properties owned by the Synod.
How much income did The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited report in 2024?
The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited reported total income of £1.58m and reported expenditure of £2.11m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited?
The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited has a program ratio of 130.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1072 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited registered as a charity?
The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 1981 as charity number 511689. It has been registered for 45 years.
Who runs The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited?
The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited operate?
The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The United Reformed Church (north Western Province) Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 511689.
Details
Waters Edge Business Park
Modwen Road
SALFORD
M5 3EZ
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