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title: "Central Baptist Church Chelmsford — check charity number 1196431 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Central Baptist Church Chelmsford a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196431. Religious Activities charity based in Victoria Road South. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/central-baptist-church-chelmsford
retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:22:59.364Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Central Baptist Church Chelmsford is a registered charity (number 1196431) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £372,655 (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 Central Baptist Church Chelmsford?

Registered charity number

1196431

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Victoria Road South

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£372,655

Website

[www.centralbaptistchelmsford.org](https://www.centralbaptistchelmsford.org/)

## What does Central Baptist Church Chelmsford do?

The church's mission statement is to "Love God, Love Others, Make Disciples". It seeks to achieve this through our morning services which are contemporary and engaging, with lively band-led worship, clear biblical teaching, and an informal family feel. We also enjoy good working and community relationships with other churches and various outreach ministries in the city.

## What causes is Central Baptist Church Chelmsford registered for?

Religious Activities

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Central Baptist Church Chelmsford yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Central Baptist Church Chelmsford 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Central Baptist Church Chelmsford a legitimate charity?

Yes. Central Baptist Church Chelmsford is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196431) 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 Central Baptist Church Chelmsford's charity number?

Central Baptist Church Chelmsford's charity number is 1196431. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1196431?

Search 1196431 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 Central Baptist Church Chelmsford do?

The church's mission statement is to "Love God, Love Others, Make Disciples". It seeks to achieve this through our morning services which are contemporary and engaging, with lively band-led worship, clear biblical teaching, and an informal family feel. We also enjoy good working and community relationships with other churches and various outreach ministries in the city.

Does Central Baptist Church Chelmsford have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Central Baptist Church Chelmsford. 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 Central Baptist Church Chelmsford?

Central Baptist Church Chelmsford's website is https://www.centralbaptistchelmsford.org/ — 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/1196431).