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title: "Brixton Advice Centre — check charity number 291484 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Brixton Advice Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 291484. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 165-167 Railton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/brixton-advice-centre
retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:09:46.209Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Brixton Advice Centre is a registered charity (number 291484) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £430,034 (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 Brixton Advice Centre?

Registered charity number

291484

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

165-167 Railton Road

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£430,034

Website

[www.brixtonadvice.org.uk](http://www.brixtonadvice.org.uk/)

## What does Brixton Advice Centre do?

The principal objectives of Brixton Advice Centre are to promote access to justice by providing good quality advice and assistance. This includes legal advice and representation to people who would otherwise be unable to afford legal services. The Centre also supports people maximise income and to better manage their lives.

## What causes is Brixton Advice Centre registered for?

The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Brixton Advice Centre yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Brixton Advice Centre 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Brixton Advice Centre a legitimate charity?

Yes. Brixton Advice Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 291484) 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 Brixton Advice Centre's charity number?

Brixton Advice Centre's charity number is 291484. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 291484?

Search 291484 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 Brixton Advice Centre do?

The principal objectives of Brixton Advice Centre are to promote access to justice by providing good quality advice and assistance. This includes legal advice and representation to people who would otherwise be unable to afford legal services. The Centre also supports people maximise income and to better manage their lives.

Does Brixton Advice Centre have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Brixton Advice Centre. 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 Brixton Advice Centre?

Brixton Advice Centre's website is http://www.brixtonadvice.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/291484).