Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited
Also known as: Y E S
The charity was set up to help young people from Plymouth and the surrounding area, aged under 25 years, reach their full potential by providing access to accredited, confidential and free information, advice and guidance delivered by paid staff and trained volunteers. We also provide access to a range of additional commissioned services for enhanced and targeted provision.
Activities & Mission
The charity was set up to help young people from Plymouth and the surrounding area, aged under 25 years, reach their full potential by providing access to accredited, confidential and free information, advice and guidance delivered by paid staff and trained volunteers. We also provide access to a range of additional commissioned services for enhanced and targeted provision.
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 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £582,796 | £723,823 | £723,823 | £779,586 | £774,887 | 21 / 30 |
| 2024 | £1,362,750 | £1,274,585 | £1,274,585 | £920,613 | £255,496 | 43 / 30 |
| 2023 | £1,428,524 | £1,409,804 | £1,409,804 | £832,448 | £431,790 | 53 / 23 |
| 2022 | £1,338,608 | £1,376,139 | £1,376,139 | £813,728 | £431,790 | 53 / 32 |
| 2021 | £1,448,909 | £1,247,055 | £1,247,055 | £851,259 | £456,189 | 50 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited
What does Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited do?
The charity was set up to help young people from Plymouth and the surrounding area, aged under 25 years, reach their full potential by providing access to accredited, confidential and free information, advice and guidance delivered by paid staff and trained volunteers. We also provide access to a range of additional commissioned services for enhanced and targeted provision.
How much income did Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited report in 2025?
Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited reported total income of £583k and reported expenditure of £724k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited?
Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited has a program ratio of 124.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited registered as a charity?
Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1996 as charity number 1051757. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited?
Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited operate?
Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited operates in Plymouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Youth Enquiry Service (plymouth) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1051757.
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- 14 May 2026
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