--- title: "East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue — check charity number 1171254 | CharityCompare" description: "Is East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171254. Religious Activities charity based in South Woodford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-london-essex-liberal-synagogue retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:06:23.685Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue is a registered charity (number 1171254) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £330,571 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue? Registered charity number 1171254 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location South Woodford Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £330,571 Website [elels.org.uk](https://elels.org.uk/) ## What does East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue do? The main objectives of the synagogue is to further the advancement of Liberal Judaism. It provides a place of worship, provides rabbinical services, arranges conversions to Judaism, the solemnisation of marriages and funerals to members. It provides a religion school for children and adult education and a friendship club for senior members and the wider community. ## What causes is East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue 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=east-london-essex-liberal-synagogue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://elels.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue a legitimate charity? Yes. East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171254) 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 East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue's charity number? East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue's charity number is 1171254. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1171254? Search 1171254 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 East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue do? The main objectives of the synagogue is to further the advancement of Liberal Judaism. It provides a place of worship, provides rabbinical services, arranges conversions to Judaism, the solemnisation of marriages and funerals to members. It provides a religion school for children and adult education and a friendship club for senior members and the wider community. Does East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue. 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 East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue? East London & Essex Liberal Synagogue's website is https://elels.org.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/1171254).