--- title: "Duncan Place — check charity number SC048100 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Duncan Place a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048100. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/duncan-place retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:33:14.568Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Duncan Place is a registered charity (number SC048100) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 £237,697 (year ending 2026-01-31). 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 Duncan Place? Registered charity number SC048100 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31) £237,697 Website [www.duncanplace.org](http://www.duncanplace.org/) ## What does Duncan Place do? Duncan Place saved a former council run community centre from demolition, raised funds and had the building refurbished. We now are home to ourselves and several other charities. We also have 4 rooms used by even more organisations for meetings and activities. These rooms are also used by us to deliver a programme of community events, activities, classes and workshops: lego clubs, arts and crafts, community cinema, laughter for health, community choir, chair yoga, tai chi, dungeons and dragons, and much more. ## What causes is Duncan Place registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 Duncan Place yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Duncan Place 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=duncan-place&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.duncanplace.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Duncan Place a legitimate charity? Yes. Duncan Place is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048100) 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 Duncan Place's charity number? Duncan Place's charity number is SC048100. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048100? Search SC048100 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 Duncan Place do? Duncan Place saved a former council run community centre from demolition, raised funds and had the building refurbished. We now are home to ourselves and several other charities. We also have 4 rooms used by even more organisations for meetings and activities. These rooms are also used by us to deliver a programme of community events, activities, classes and workshops: lego clubs, arts and crafts, community cinema, laughter for health, community choir, chair yoga, tai chi, dungeons and dragons, and much more. Does Duncan Place have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Duncan Place. 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 Duncan Place? Duncan Place's website is http://www.duncanplace.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC048100).