--- title: "AVUK Ltd — check charity number SC052499 | CharityCompare" description: "Is AVUK Ltd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052499. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/avuk-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:06:36.385Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer AVUK Ltd is a registered charity (number SC052499) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,230,594 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 AVUK Ltd? Registered charity number SC052499 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £1,230,594 Website [www.avuk.org](https://www.avuk.org/) ## What does AVUK Ltd do? The purpose of the Company is the relief of people suffering from hearing difficulties and the relief of distress by the Education of their families and carers of the needs of people with hearing difficulties. ## What causes is AVUK Ltd registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for AVUK Ltd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. AVUK Ltd 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=avuk-ltd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.avuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is AVUK Ltd a legitimate charity? Yes. AVUK Ltd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052499) 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 AVUK Ltd's charity number? AVUK Ltd's charity number is SC052499. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052499? Search SC052499 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 AVUK Ltd do? The purpose of the Company is the relief of people suffering from hearing difficulties and the relief of distress by the Education of their families and carers of the needs of people with hearing difficulties. Does AVUK Ltd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for AVUK Ltd. 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 AVUK Ltd? AVUK Ltd's website is https://www.avuk.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=SC052499).