--- title: "Cancer Research UK — check charity number SC041666 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cancer Research UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041666. the advancement of health 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/cancer-research-uk-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:22:46.040Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cancer Research UK is a registered charity (number SC041666) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £734,753,802 (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 Cancer Research UK? Registered charity number SC041666 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £734,753,802 Website [www.cancerresearchuk.org](http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/) ## What does Cancer Research UK do? The objects for which the Company is established are to protect and promote the health of the public in particular by research into the nature, causes, diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure of all forms of cancer, including the development of findings of research into practical applications for the prevention, treatment and cure of cancer and in furtherance of that primary object, to provide information and raise public understanding of such matters. ## What causes is Cancer Research UK registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cancer Research UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cancer Research UK 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=cancer-research-uk-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cancer Research UK a legitimate charity? Yes. Cancer Research UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041666) 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 Cancer Research UK's charity number? Cancer Research UK's charity number is SC041666. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041666? Search SC041666 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 Cancer Research UK do? The objects for which the Company is established are to protect and promote the health of the public in particular by research into the nature, causes, diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure of all forms of cancer, including the development of findings of research into practical applications for the prevention, treatment and cure of cancer and in furtherance of that primary object, to provide information and raise public understanding of such matters. Does Cancer Research UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cancer Research UK. 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 Cancer Research UK? Cancer Research UK's website is http://www.cancerresearchuk.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=SC041666).