--- title: "University of Surrey Students' Union — check charity number 1142479 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University of Surrey Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1142479. Education/training charity based in Union House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-of-surrey-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:51:47.689Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University of Surrey Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1142479) 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; recreation. Its latest reported income was £2,786,382 (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 Surrey Students' Union? Registered charity number 1142479 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Union House Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £2,786,382 Website [www.ussu.co.uk](http://www.ussu.co.uk/) ## What does University of Surrey Students' Union do? The University of Surrey Students Union is a students union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994. The Union is devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.The Students Union is the sole representative body for University of Surrey Students. We are the organisation that represents the views of the students to the University, and this is our core function ## What causes is University of Surrey Students' Union registered for? Education/trainingAmateur SportRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University of Surrey Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University of Surrey 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-surrey-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ussu.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is University of Surrey Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. University of Surrey Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1142479) 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 Surrey Students' Union's charity number? University of Surrey Students' Union's charity number is 1142479. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1142479? Search 1142479 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 Surrey Students' Union do? The University of Surrey Students Union is a students union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994. The Union is devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.The Students Union is the sole representative body for University of Surrey Students. We are the organisation that represents the views of the students to the University, and this is our core function Does University of Surrey Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University of Surrey 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 Surrey Students' Union? University of Surrey Students' Union's website is http://www.ussu.co.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/1142479).