UK Biobank Limited

Notable UK charity

To provide a major genetic resource to assist scientists with research into a variety of diseases and illnesses.

Activities & Mission

To provide a major genetic resource to assist scientists with research into a variety of diseases and illnesses.

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.

Country

Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£76,327,574

Latest Expenditure

£30,600,212

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 40.1%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.3%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £24,465,099

Charitable Activities £50,115,474

Other Trading £0

Investments £1,674,169

Other Income £72,832

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £30,600,212

Raising Funds £0

Governance £80,856

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£76,327,574	£30,600,212	£30,600,212	£48,609,701	£48,609,701	282 / 0
2023	£34,535,326	£32,137,047	£32,137,047	£2,882,339	£2,882,339	228 / 0
2022	£40,636,042	£38,926,812	£24,162,936	£13,170,185	£3,722,309	378 / 0
2021	£62,733,234	£63,621,531	£31,979,575	£11,460,955	£6,068,459	412 / 0
2020	£35,193,599	£39,174,728	£28,259,517	£12,349,252	£4,166,547	250 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about UK Biobank Limited

What does UK Biobank Limited do?

To provide a major genetic resource to assist scientists with research into a variety of diseases and illnesses.

How much income did UK Biobank Limited report in 2024?

UK Biobank Limited reported total income of £76.33m and reported expenditure of £30.60m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was UK Biobank Limited registered as a charity?

UK Biobank Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 December 2003 as charity number 1101332. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs UK Biobank Limited?

UK Biobank Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lord Ajay Kumar Kakkar. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does UK Biobank Limited operate?

UK Biobank Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is UK Biobank Limited a registered charity?

Yes — UK Biobank Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101332.