Skip to content
CharityCompare
Registered charity · No. 242552North Finchley

United Synagogue

United Synagogue is a registered charity in England & Wales working in religious activities, based in North Finchley.

Quick answer

United Synagogue is a registered charity (number 242552) 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 £47,207,000 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 United Synagogue?

Registered charity number
242552
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
North Finchley
Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
£47,207,000

What does United Synagogue do?

There are five primary objects of the charity.1 To create and maintain synagogues conforming to the orthodox form of Jewish worship.2 To advance education in Jewish religion.3 To provide burial for same4 Relief of the poor 5 To advance charitable purposes of other Jewish bodies and in general any other charitable purpose in connection with the above.

What causes is United Synagogue registered for?

Religious Activities

Why is there no Clarity Score for United Synagogue yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. United Synagogue 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

Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional partner plans add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score.

Claim this profile — free Visit charity website

Frequently asked questions

Is United Synagogue a legitimate charity?
Yes. United Synagogue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 242552) 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 United Synagogue's charity number?
United Synagogue's charity number is 242552. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 242552?
Search 242552 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 United Synagogue do?
There are five primary objects of the charity.1 To create and maintain synagogues conforming to the orthodox form of Jewish worship.2 To advance education in Jewish religion.3 To provide burial for same4 Relief of the poor 5 To advance charitable purposes of other Jewish bodies and in general any other charitable purpose in connection with the above.
Does United Synagogue have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for United Synagogue. 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 United Synagogue?
United Synagogue's website is http://www.theus.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.