--- title: "Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO — check charity number 1201913 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1201913. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in Chester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chester-sexual-abuse-support-service-cio retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:41:41.251Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO is a registered charity (number 1201913) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £161,245 (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 Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO? Registered charity number 1201913 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Chester Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £161,245 Website [csass.org.uk](http://csass.org.uk/) ## What does Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO do? Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service transforms the lives of survivors of sexual violence and abuse, through free specialist counselling, telephone supportline, LiveChat and groupwork. In partnership with others, we reach survivors within under-represented communities, developing new ways of working. Our outreach work challenges the attitudes and behaviour that lead to sexual violence. ## What causes is Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO 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=chester-sexual-abuse-support-service-cio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://csass.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1201913) 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 Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO's charity number? Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO's charity number is 1201913. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1201913? Search 1201913 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 Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO do? Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service transforms the lives of survivors of sexual violence and abuse, through free specialist counselling, telephone supportline, LiveChat and groupwork. In partnership with others, we reach survivors within under-represented communities, developing new ways of working. Our outreach work challenges the attitudes and behaviour that lead to sexual violence. Does Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO. 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 Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO? Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service CIO's website is http://csass.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/1201913).