--- title: "Cambridge Samaritans — check charity number 1165282 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cambridge Samaritans a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165282. Education/training charity based in 4 Emmanuel Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cambridge-samaritans retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:57:24.752Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cambridge Samaritans is a registered charity (number 1165282) 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. Its latest reported income was £43,823 (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 Cambridge Samaritans? Registered charity number 1165282 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 4 Emmanuel Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £43,823 Website [www.samaritans.org/cambridge](http://www.samaritans.org/cambridge) ## What does Cambridge Samaritans do? To work for the assistance of persons who are suicidal, despairing or in distress in Cambridge and elsewhere in the UK. ## What causes is Cambridge Samaritans registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cambridge Samaritans yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cambridge Samaritans 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=cambridge-samaritans&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/cambridge) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cambridge Samaritans a legitimate charity? Yes. Cambridge Samaritans is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165282) 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 Cambridge Samaritans's charity number? Cambridge Samaritans's charity number is 1165282. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165282? Search 1165282 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 Cambridge Samaritans do? To work for the assistance of persons who are suicidal, despairing or in distress in Cambridge and elsewhere in the UK. Does Cambridge Samaritans have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cambridge Samaritans. 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 Cambridge Samaritans? Cambridge Samaritans's website is http://www.samaritans.org/cambridge — 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/1165282).