--- title: "Basics Devon — check charity number 1008872 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Basics Devon a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1008872. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in PO Box 165. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/basics-devon retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:14.389Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Basics Devon is a registered charity (number 1008872) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £63,250 (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 Basics Devon? Registered charity number 1008872 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location PO Box 165 Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £63,250 Website [www.basics-devon.org.uk](http://www.basics-devon.org.uk/) ## What does Basics Devon do? The object of the association is the relief of persons suffering injury or sickness by the provision of immediate medical treatment to any person involved in serious accidents or medical emergencies in Devon & its environs. ## What causes is Basics Devon registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Basics Devon yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Basics Devon 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=basics-devon&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.basics-devon.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Basics Devon a legitimate charity? Yes. Basics Devon is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1008872) 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 Basics Devon's charity number? Basics Devon's charity number is 1008872. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1008872? Search 1008872 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 Basics Devon do? The object of the association is the relief of persons suffering injury or sickness by the provision of immediate medical treatment to any person involved in serious accidents or medical emergencies in Devon & its environs. Does Basics Devon have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Basics Devon. 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 Basics Devon? Basics Devon's website is http://www.basics-devon.org.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/1008872).