Bicester Islamic Cultural Society
Analysis
Bicester Islamic Cultural Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Bicester. It was registered in January 2023, 3 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, religious activities, human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity and recreation, which this site groups under religion. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 14117822). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending May 2025, Bicester Islamic Cultural Society reported income of £32k and spending of £16k, leaving 49% of income unspent that year. Across the 2 years on record, from May 2024 to May 2025, income grew from £30k to £32k (+8.1%), an average of +8.1% a year. Over the whole period it spent 48% of the income it received.
Among 20,496 England and Wales charities whose main cause is religion and that reported income, Bicester Islamic Cultural Society sits at the 41st percentile: it is larger than about 41% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 54th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Epsom and Ewell Young Peoples Centre (£32k), International Zen Association (United Kingdom) (£32k) and Shiloh Pentecostal Fellowship (Birmingham) (£32k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To advance the Islamic religion and beliefs for the benefit of the public in Bicester and its surrounding areas in accordance with the holy book, and in harmony with UK law, by providing a place of worship for religious services;To advance the education of young people aged 5 to 14 years old in the subjects of Arabic, Islamic studies, and Quran classes;The prevention of poverty.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Epsom and Ewell Young Peoples Centre | Epsom | £32k |
| International Zen Association (United Kingdom) | Bristol | £32k |
| Shiloh Pentecostal Fellowship (Birmingham) | Birmingham | £32k |
| 1st Marske & New Marske (Barn Owls) Scout Group | Cleveland | £32k |