Young Somerset
Also known as: Somerset Rural Youth Project
We are the largest youth work charity in Somerset and our mission is to put young people first. We deliver our vision through provision of Open Access Youth Work, targeted Skills Development and Social Action - with our Wellbeing Service running throughout. We encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves and become actively involved in shaping the communities in which they live.
Activities & Mission
We are the largest youth work charity in Somerset and our mission is to put young people first. We deliver our vision through provision of Open Access Youth Work, targeted Skills Development and Social Action - with our Wellbeing Service running throughout. We encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves and become actively involved in shaping the communities in which they live.
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 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 43% 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 | £3,644,190 | £3,540,604 | £3,522,407 | £567,225 | £523,416 | 105 / 2 |
| 2024 | £3,423,561 | £3,608,234 | £3,587,997 | £463,639 | £385,196 | 109 / 6 |
| 2023 | £3,245,979 | £3,045,524 | £2,948,151 | £648,312 | £648,312 | 88 / 4 |
| 2022 | £2,485,514 | £2,205,096 | £2,136,242 | £447,857 | £435,832 | 73 / 4 |
| 2021 | £1,739,674 | £1,447,669 | £1,442,532 | £167,439 | £160,059 | 50 / 8 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Young Somerset
What does Young Somerset do?
We are the largest youth work charity in Somerset and our mission is to put young people first. We deliver our vision through provision of Open Access Youth Work, targeted Skills Development and Social Action - with our Wellbeing Service running throughout. We encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves and become actively involved in shaping the communities in which they live.
How much income did Young Somerset report in 2025?
Young Somerset reported total income of £3.64m and reported expenditure of £3.54m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Young Somerset?
Young Somerset has a program ratio of 96.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Young Somerset registered as a charity?
Young Somerset was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 1998 as charity number 1070693. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Young Somerset?
Young Somerset is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Young Somerset operate?
Young Somerset operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Young Somerset a registered charity?
Yes — Young Somerset is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1070693.
Details
Thistle Park
Crossways Road
BRIDGWATER
Somerset
TA6 6LS
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Also Known As
- Somerset Rural Youth Project
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated