Wakefield Hospice
Provision of the highest level of symptom management and care for people who have advanced active, progressive and life threatening illness., through the provision of a Specialist Palliative Care Team. The Hospice endorses a holistic approach in promoting quality of life for patients as well as providing the continuing support that is offered to families and carers.
Activities & Mission
Provision of the highest level of symptom management and care for people who have advanced active, progressive and life threatening illness., through the provision of a Specialist Palliative Care Team. The Hospice endorses a holistic approach in promoting quality of life for patients as well as providing the continuing support that is offered to families and carers.
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 10% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Health 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 | £7,248,720 | £6,024,048 | £3,683,433 | £6,830,869 | £3,011,580 | 146 / 386 |
| 2024 | £5,200,374 | £5,540,862 | £3,413,181 | £5,621,253 | £2,797,034 | 137 / 302 |
| 2023 | £4,549,696 | £5,066,232 | £3,203,774 | £5,926,538 | £2,469,837 | 127 / 332 |
| 2022 | £4,259,642 | £4,395,206 | £2,941,913 | £6,386,422 | £2,961,761 | 125 / 335 |
| 2021 | £5,449,598 | £4,338,480 | £3,115,314 | £6,492,768 | £3,601,882 | 124 / 290 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Wakefield Hospice
What does Wakefield Hospice do?
Provision of the highest level of symptom management and care for people who have advanced active, progressive and life threatening illness., through the provision of a Specialist Palliative Care Team. The Hospice endorses a holistic approach in promoting quality of life for patients as well as providing the continuing support that is offered to families and carers.
How much income did Wakefield Hospice report in 2025?
Wakefield Hospice reported total income of £7.25m and reported expenditure of £6.02m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wakefield Hospice?
Wakefield Hospice has a program ratio of 50.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wakefield Hospice registered as a charity?
Wakefield Hospice was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 1988 as charity number 518392. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Wakefield Hospice?
Wakefield Hospice is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wakefield Hospice operate?
Wakefield Hospice operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Wakefield Hospice a registered charity?
Yes — Wakefield Hospice is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 518392.
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