John Burrill Almshouses
Analysis
John Burrill Almshouses is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in York. It was registered in January 1965, 61 years ago. Its declared purposes cover accommodation/housing, which this site groups under housing and shelter. It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space.
In the financial year ending June 2025, John Burrill Almshouses reported income of £41k and spending of £22k, leaving 47% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from June 2021 to June 2025, income grew from £29k to £41k (+41%), an average of +9.1% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to June 2023, when income rose by 27%. Over the whole period it spent 84% of the income it received.
Among 2,324 England and Wales charities whose main cause is housing and shelter and that reported income, John Burrill Almshouses sits at the 48th percentile: it is larger than about 48% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 57th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Roe's Almshouse Charities (£41k), Keston Village Hall (£41k) and The Sunbeam Children Trust (£41k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
The Charity provides 7 homes for residents in peaceful, maintained gardens.Residents live rent free and make a modest contribution towards heating bills and the fabric. Each unit has an allotment if required. The Charity is independent and receives no regular financial help.Local organizations have helped with renovation and restoration programs.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Roe's Almshouse Charities | Hertfordshire | £41k |
| Keston Village Hall | Orpington | £41k |
| The Sunbeam Children Trust | Slough | £41k |
| Church Estate or Church Almshouses | Dunstable | £41k |