--- title: "Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid — check charity number SC017165 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017165. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dumfriesshire-stewartry-women-s-aid retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:22:50.341Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid is a registered charity (number SC017165) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £760,351 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid? Registered charity number SC017165 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £760,351 ## What does Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid do? The charity provides specialist services to women and children at risk from domestic violence and abuse. We provide a safe refuge with 24 hours security but we also provide a broader framework of support services including advocacy for our clients. ## What causes is Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid 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=dumfriesshire-stewartry-women-s-aid&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid a legitimate charity? Yes. Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017165) 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 Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid's charity number? Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid's charity number is SC017165. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017165? Search SC017165 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 Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid do? The charity provides specialist services to women and children at risk from domestic violence and abuse. We provide a safe refuge with 24 hours security but we also provide a broader framework of support services including advocacy for our clients. Does Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid. 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 Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid? Dumfriesshire & Stewartry Women's Aid 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=SC017165).