University Of Essex Students' Union
Also known as: Uoesu
Taking care of the educational and social aspects of students life at the University of Essex. Working with local and regional groups to promote the excellent volunteering work that students carry out. encouraging health and well being through the coordination of a number of sporting and recreational activities.
Activities & Mission
Taking care of the educational and social aspects of students life at the University of Essex. Working with local and regional groups to promote the excellent volunteering work that students carry out. encouraging health and well being through the coordination of a number of sporting and recreational activities.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 72% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 66% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Education 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 | £8,166,524 | £8,257,045 | £8,246,334 | £1,448,557 | £1,051,840 | 271 / 1018 |
| 2024 | £8,660,886 | £7,621,339 | £7,612,555 | £1,539,078 | £1,162,404 | 275 / 1842 |
| 2023 | £8,767,705 | £8,407,817 | £8,401,259 | £499,531 | £109,593 | 300 / 1468 |
| 2022 | £7,860,500 | £8,414,140 | £8,410,809 | £139,643 | £0 | 291 / 1483 |
| 2021 | £5,082,190 | £4,989,168 | £4,980,994 | £693,283 | £305,946 | 134 / 1016 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University Of Essex Students' Union
What does University Of Essex Students' Union do?
Taking care of the educational and social aspects of students life at the University of Essex. Working with local and regional groups to promote the excellent volunteering work that students carry out. encouraging health and well being through the coordination of a number of sporting and recreational activities.
How much income did University Of Essex Students' Union report in 2025?
University Of Essex Students' Union reported total income of £8.17m and reported expenditure of £8.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University Of Essex Students' Union?
University Of Essex Students' Union has a program ratio of 101.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University Of Essex Students' Union registered as a charity?
University Of Essex Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 February 2011 as charity number 1140278. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs University Of Essex Students' Union?
University Of Essex Students' Union is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alexander Sablich Iraola. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of Essex Students' Union operate?
University Of Essex Students' Union operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University Of Essex Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — University Of Essex Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140278.
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- 14 May 2026
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