West Mercia Women's Aid
Also known as: Herefordshire Women's Aid
West Mercia Women's Aid works with women and children affected by domestic violence. We provide:24 hour helpline in Hfdshire, Shropshire & WorcsAdvice, advocacy and supportRefuge accommodationOutreach & floating support servicesChildren's support workRecruiting, training & support of volunteersProvision of training & consultancyPublic awareness raising activities
Activities & Mission
West Mercia Women's Aid works with women and children affected by domestic violence. We provide:24 hour helpline in Hfdshire, Shropshire & WorcsAdvice, advocacy and supportRefuge accommodationOutreach & floating support servicesChildren's support workRecruiting, training & support of volunteersProvision of training & consultancyPublic awareness raising 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 Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £3,873,481 | £3,872,657 | £3,871,442 | £772,859 | £772,859 | 97 / 17 |
| 2024 | £3,427,634 | £3,366,338 | £3,366,272 | £772,035 | £420,000 | 88 / 21 |
| 2023 | £2,872,884 | £3,141,490 | £3,141,458 | £710,739 | £350,000 | 83 / 28 |
| 2022 | £2,572,781 | £2,400,790 | £2,400,565 | £979,345 | £874,908 | 83 / 22 |
| 2021 | £2,241,751 | £2,116,290 | £2,116,064 | £807,354 | £807,354 | 63 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about West Mercia Women's Aid
What does West Mercia Women's Aid do?
West Mercia Women's Aid works with women and children affected by domestic violence. We provide:24 hour helpline in Hfdshire, Shropshire & WorcsAdvice, advocacy and supportRefuge accommodationOutreach & floating support servicesChildren's support workRecruiting, training & support of volunteersProvision of training & consultancyPublic awareness raising activities
How much income did West Mercia Women's Aid report in 2025?
West Mercia Women's Aid reported total income of £3.87m and reported expenditure of £3.87m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is West Mercia Women's Aid?
West Mercia Women's Aid has a program ratio of 99.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was West Mercia Women's Aid registered as a charity?
West Mercia Women's Aid was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 December 1999 as charity number 1078496. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs West Mercia Women's Aid?
West Mercia Women's Aid is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Mercia Women's Aid operate?
West Mercia Women's Aid operates across 3 areas: Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire.
Is West Mercia Women's Aid a registered charity?
Yes — West Mercia Women's Aid is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078496.
Details
Berrows Business Centre
Bath Street
Hereford
HR1 2HE
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Also Known As
- Herefordshire Women's Aid
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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