--- title: "Deansmeadow Allotment Association — check charity number SC017869 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Deansmeadow Allotment Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017869. the advancement of education charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/deansmeadow-allotment-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:53:28.026Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Deansmeadow Allotment Association is a registered charity (number SC017869) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £1,155 (year ending 2024-09-30). 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 Deansmeadow Allotment Association? Registered charity number SC017869 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2024-09-30) £1,155 ## What does Deansmeadow Allotment Association do? we are set up to provide an area of ground for members to grow and learn how to grow fruit and vegetables and to assist various community groups by sharing produce and knowledge ## What causes is Deansmeadow Allotment Association registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Deansmeadow Allotment Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Deansmeadow Allotment Association 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=deansmeadow-allotment-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Deansmeadow Allotment Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Deansmeadow Allotment Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017869) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Deansmeadow Allotment Association's charity number? Deansmeadow Allotment Association's charity number is SC017869. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017869? Search SC017869 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Deansmeadow Allotment Association do? we are set up to provide an area of ground for members to grow and learn how to grow fruit and vegetables and to assist various community groups by sharing produce and knowledge Does Deansmeadow Allotment Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Deansmeadow Allotment Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Deansmeadow Allotment Association? Deansmeadow Allotment Association does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC017869).