Kensington Symphony Orchestra
Analysis
Kensington Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Hertfordshire. It was registered in May 1998, 28 years ago. Its declared purposes cover arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. It says it provides services.
In the financial year ending August 2025, Kensington Symphony Orchestra reported income of £104k and spending of £96k, spending 92% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from August 2021 to August 2025, income grew from £15k to £104k (+578%), an average of +61% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to August 2022, when income rose by 435%. Over the whole period it spent 93% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, Kensington Symphony Orchestra sits at the 79th percentile: it is larger than about 79% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 72nd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Freedom Road Creative Arts (£104k), Charity of Robert Phillips (£104k) and Coxhoe Village Hall Association (£104k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
KSO is an amateur orchestra aiming to promote and develop public education in and appreciation of classical music though its public concerts. KSO prides itself in its commitment to new works and revival of neglected works. It also encourages young musical talent by providing students and amateurs with an opportunity to perform concerts at the highest possible level.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Road Creative Arts | Hull | £104k |
| Charity of Robert Phillips | Surrey | £104k |
| Coxhoe Village Hall Association | Durham | £104k |
| Potton Hall for All | Sandy | £104k |