--- title: "Essex Youthbuild — check charity number 1124657 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Essex Youthbuild a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1124657. Education/training charity based in Unit 8. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/essex-youthbuild retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:19:14.150Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Essex Youthbuild is a registered charity (number 1124657) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £188,506 (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 Essex Youthbuild? Registered charity number 1124657 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Unit 8 Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £188,506 Website [www.essexyouthbuild.co.uk](http://www.essexyouthbuild.co.uk/) ## What does Essex Youthbuild do? Essex Youthbuild works with young people aged 11-19 years from across Essex, many of whom are in some way disadvantaged. Essex Youthbuild provides training in construction skills alongside mentoring and support to help these young people gain qualifications and move on to the next step in their lives. ## What causes is Essex Youthbuild registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Essex Youthbuild yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Essex Youthbuild 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=essex-youthbuild&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.essexyouthbuild.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Essex Youthbuild a legitimate charity? Yes. Essex Youthbuild is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1124657) 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 Essex Youthbuild's charity number? Essex Youthbuild's charity number is 1124657. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1124657? Search 1124657 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 Essex Youthbuild do? Essex Youthbuild works with young people aged 11-19 years from across Essex, many of whom are in some way disadvantaged. Essex Youthbuild provides training in construction skills alongside mentoring and support to help these young people gain qualifications and move on to the next step in their lives. Does Essex Youthbuild have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Essex Youthbuild. 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 Essex Youthbuild? Essex Youthbuild's website is http://www.essexyouthbuild.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/1124657).