The Bishopthorpe Trust
Analysis
The Bishopthorpe Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in York. It was registered in June 1975, 51 years ago. Its declared purposes cover accommodation/housing, which this site groups under housing and shelter. Legally it is a charitable trust. It says it makes grants to individuals and provides buildings/facilities/open space.
In the financial year ending December 2025, The Bishopthorpe Trust reported income of £16k and spending of £13k, leaving 20% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £15k to £16k (+6.1%), an average of +1.5% a year. Over the whole period it spent 142% of the income it received.
Among 2,324 England and Wales charities whose main cause is housing and shelter and that reported income, The Bishopthorpe Trust sits at the 23rd percentile: it is larger than about 23% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 40th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Boyne Hill Almshouse Charity (£16k), Martlesham Heath Pavilion (£16k) and The Nests (£16k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Providing financial assistance for housing needs, in the form of non-repayable grants or loans at low or no interest; assistance with residential accommodation and the repair and improvement of such accommodation; and helping those who are aged or disabled in the provision of proper care.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Boyne Hill Almshouse Charity | Maidenhead | £16k |
| Martlesham Heath Pavilion | Ipswich | £16k |
| The Nests | Sleaford | £16k |
| Emma Simmons Trust | Kent | £16k |