Toynbee Hall
Also known as: The Universities Settlement in East London
We are a multi-purpose charity working to eradicate poverty and disadvantage. We deliver a range of community services in advice, financial inclusion, learning and wellbeing. We share our experience of local action to influence national policy. We are also a residential community, conference and venue hire centre. More information can be found at www.toynbeehall.org.uk
Activities & Mission
We are a multi-purpose charity working to eradicate poverty and disadvantage. We deliver a range of community services in advice, financial inclusion, learning and wellbeing. We share our experience of local action to influence national policy. We are also a residential community, conference and venue hire centre. More information can be found at www.toynbeehall.org.uk
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 56% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £7,662,000 | £8,206,000 | £7,332,000 | £10,875,000 | £10,875,000 | 83 / 200 |
| 2024 | £7,777,000 | £8,002,000 | £7,083,000 | £12,436,000 | £12,436,000 | 89 / 200 |
| 2023 | £8,569,000 | £8,997,000 | £8,254,000 | £12,659,000 | £12,659,000 | 93 / 200 |
| 2022 | £9,188,000 | £9,197,000 | £8,557,000 | £14,128,000 | £0 | 115 / 201 |
| 2021 | £8,919,000 | £8,478,000 | £7,987,000 | £14,124,000 | £0 | 102 / 200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Toynbee Hall
What does Toynbee Hall do?
We are a multi-purpose charity working to eradicate poverty and disadvantage. We deliver a range of community services in advice, financial inclusion, learning and wellbeing. We share our experience of local action to influence national policy. We are also a residential community, conference and venue hire centre. More information can be found at www.toynbeehall.org.uk
How much income did Toynbee Hall report in 2025?
Toynbee Hall reported total income of £7.66m and reported expenditure of £8.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Toynbee Hall?
Toynbee Hall has a program ratio of 95.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Toynbee Hall registered as a charity?
Toynbee Hall was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 December 1962 as charity number 211850. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Toynbee Hall?
Toynbee Hall is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN ERIC BURNS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Toynbee Hall operate?
Toynbee Hall operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Toynbee Hall a registered charity?
Yes — Toynbee Hall is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 211850.
Details
28 COMMERCIAL STREET
LONDON
E1 6LS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Universities Settlement in East London
- Toynbee Hall
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated