Dimensions Somerset Sev Limited
Analysis
Dimensions Somerset Sev Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Theale. It was registered in April 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes, education/training, disability and economic/community development/employment, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 10257343). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Dimensions Somerset Sev Limited reported income of £39.7m and spending of £37.7m, spending 95% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income grew from £33.6m to £39.7m (+18%), an average of +4.3% a year. Over the whole period it spent 96% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Dimensions Somerset Sev Limited sits at the 100th percentile: it is one of the largest 1% in its cause. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 100th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Ambient Support Limited (£37.3m), The Percy Hedley Foundation (£40.5m) and Bournville Village Trust (£37.0m).
In its latest detailed accounts, income came from charitable activities 100%. Charitable activities took 100% of spending and raising funds 0.0%. Reserves of £9.8m would cover about 3 months of spending at that rate. It employed 906 people.
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Charitable activities 100%
In the charity's own words
Set up initially to take over delivering services for people with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and complex needs across Somerset, the organisation offers person-centred services to support people to live the life they choose, at home or in residential care. Part of the Dimensions UK Group, we aim to be an exemplar at providing living support to our customers.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Ambient Support Limited | Salisbury | £37.3m |
| The Percy Hedley Foundation | Newcastle Upon Tyne | £40.5m |
| Bournville Village Trust | Birmingham | £37.0m |
| The Together Trust | Cheadle | £41.2m |