--- title: "Age Wessex — check charity number 1122954 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Age Wessex a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1122954. General Charitable Purposes charity based in New Park Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/age-wessex retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:05:13.676Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Age Wessex is a registered charity (number 1122954) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Age Wessex? Registered charity number 1122954 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location New Park Street Website [www.ageuk.org.uk/southampton](http://www.ageuk.org.uk/southampton) ## What does Age Wessex do? We provide support and services to all older people, and those who care for them, living in and around Southampton. We inform older people of their rights and choices and encourage independent living. We promote positive ageing and the right of older people to play an active part in the development of their communities. ## What causes is Age Wessex registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Age Wessex yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Age Wessex is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=age-wessex&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ageuk.org.uk/southampton) ## Frequently asked questions Is Age Wessex a legitimate charity? Yes. Age Wessex is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1122954) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Age Wessex's charity number? Age Wessex's charity number is 1122954. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1122954? Search 1122954 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Age Wessex do? We provide support and services to all older people, and those who care for them, living in and around Southampton. We inform older people of their rights and choices and encourage independent living. We promote positive ageing and the right of older people to play an active part in the development of their communities. Does Age Wessex have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Age Wessex. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Age Wessex? Age Wessex's website is http://www.ageuk.org.uk/southampton — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1122954).