--- title: "Area 43 — check charity number 1181959 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Area 43 a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1181959. Education/training charity based in 35 Pendre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/area-43 retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:56:53.286Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Area 43 is a registered charity (number 1181959) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £1,809,206 (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 Area 43? Registered charity number 1181959 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 35 Pendre Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,809,206 Website [www.area43.co.uk](http://www.area43.co.uk/) ## What does Area 43 do? To promote the benefit of the young inhabitants of Cardigan and the surrounding area predominately aged 16-25 years without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinions by the provision of facilities to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of health and social welfare, counselling and advice, recreation and leisure time activities. ## What causes is Area 43 registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Area 43 yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Area 43 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=area-43&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.area43.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Area 43 a legitimate charity? Yes. Area 43 is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1181959) 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 Area 43's charity number? Area 43's charity number is 1181959. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1181959? Search 1181959 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 Area 43 do? To promote the benefit of the young inhabitants of Cardigan and the surrounding area predominately aged 16-25 years without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinions by the provision of facilities to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of health and social welfare, counselling and advice, recreation and leisure time activities. Does Area 43 have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Area 43. 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 Area 43? Area 43's website is http://www.area43.co.uk — 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/1181959).