--- title: "Anchor House Cyrenians — check charity number SC016196 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Anchor House Cyrenians a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016196. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on Chari" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/anchor-house-cyrenians retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:06:41.214Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Anchor House Cyrenians is a registered charity (number SC016196) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £794,203 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Anchor House Cyrenians? Registered charity number SC016196 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £794,203 Website [anchorhouseperth.org](http://anchorhouseperth.org/) ## What does Anchor House Cyrenians do? The charity's objects are to provide quality supported accommodation, informed care, support and monitoring of vulnerable people who have alcohol and/or drug related problems, mental health issues and ex-offenders, and to provide a comprehensive housing support service to clients experiencing difficulties maintaining their tenancy. The management committee have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator in deciding what activities the charity should undertake. ## What causes is Anchor House Cyrenians registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Anchor House Cyrenians yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Anchor House Cyrenians 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=anchor-house-cyrenians&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://anchorhouseperth.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Anchor House Cyrenians a legitimate charity? Yes. Anchor House Cyrenians is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016196) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Anchor House Cyrenians's charity number? Anchor House Cyrenians's charity number is SC016196. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016196? Search SC016196 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Anchor House Cyrenians do? The charity's objects are to provide quality supported accommodation, informed care, support and monitoring of vulnerable people who have alcohol and/or drug related problems, mental health issues and ex-offenders, and to provide a comprehensive housing support service to clients experiencing difficulties maintaining their tenancy. The management committee have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator in deciding what activities the charity should undertake. Does Anchor House Cyrenians have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Anchor House Cyrenians. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Anchor House Cyrenians? Anchor House Cyrenians's website is http://anchorhouseperth.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC016196).