--- title: "Harper Adams University — check charity number 1147717 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Harper Adams University a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1147717. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Edgmond. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/harper-adams-university retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:02:09.221Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Harper Adams University is a registered charity (number 1147717) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training. Its latest reported income was £59,723,000 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Harper Adams University? Registered charity number 1147717 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Edgmond Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £59,723,000 Website [www.harper-adams.ac.uk](http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/) ## What does Harper Adams University do? Harper Adams University delivers higher education in support of the agricultural, agricultural engineering, food science and technology, environmental science, veterinary science and land-based sectors. ## What causes is Harper Adams University registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Harper Adams University yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Harper Adams University 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=harper-adams-university&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Harper Adams University a legitimate charity? Yes. Harper Adams University is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1147717) 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 Harper Adams University's charity number? Harper Adams University's charity number is 1147717. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1147717? Search 1147717 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 Harper Adams University do? Harper Adams University delivers higher education in support of the agricultural, agricultural engineering, food science and technology, environmental science, veterinary science and land-based sectors. Does Harper Adams University have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Harper Adams University. 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 Harper Adams University? Harper Adams University's website is http://www.harper-adams.ac.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/1147717).