--- title: "University of Essex Students' Union — check charity number 1140278 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University of Essex Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1140278. Education/training charity based in Wivenhoe Park. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-of-essex-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:13:24.316Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University of Essex Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1140278) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £8,166,524 (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 University of Essex Students' Union? Registered charity number 1140278 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wivenhoe Park Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £8,166,524 Website [www.essexstudent.com](http://www.essexstudent.com/) ## What does University of Essex Students' Union do? Taking care of the educational and social aspects of students life at the University of Essex. Working with local and regional groups to promote the excellent volunteering work that students carry out. encouraging health and well being through the coordination of a number of sporting and recreational activities. ## What causes is University of Essex Students' Union registered for? Education/trainingAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University of Essex Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University of Essex Students' Union 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=university-of-essex-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.essexstudent.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is University of Essex Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. University of Essex Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1140278) 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 University of Essex Students' Union's charity number? University of Essex Students' Union's charity number is 1140278. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1140278? Search 1140278 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 University of Essex Students' Union do? Taking care of the educational and social aspects of students life at the University of Essex. Working with local and regional groups to promote the excellent volunteering work that students carry out. encouraging health and well being through the coordination of a number of sporting and recreational activities. Does University of Essex Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University of Essex Students' Union. 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 University of Essex Students' Union? University of Essex Students' Union's website is http://www.essexstudent.com — 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/1140278).