--- title: "Gateshead Older People's Assembly — check charity number 1155832 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gateshead Older People's Assembly a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1155832. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Deckham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gateshead-older-people-s-assembly retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:24:30.411Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gateshead Older People's Assembly is a registered charity (number 1155832) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £274,279 (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 Gateshead Older People's Assembly? Registered charity number 1155832 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Deckham Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £274,279 Website [www.gatesheadopa.org.uk](http://www.gatesheadopa.org.uk/) ## What does Gateshead Older People's Assembly do? Gateshead Older People's Assembly offers opportunities for over 50s to maintain their health and independence through socialising, exercising, and learning. We support activities in community venues across our borough and maintain a wellness hub for over 50s in Deckham. For more information, please visit www.gatesheadopa.org.uk ## What causes is Gateshead Older People's Assembly registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gateshead Older People's Assembly yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gateshead Older People's Assembly 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=gateshead-older-people-s-assembly&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gatesheadopa.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gateshead Older People's Assembly a legitimate charity? Yes. Gateshead Older People's Assembly is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1155832) 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 Gateshead Older People's Assembly's charity number? Gateshead Older People's Assembly's charity number is 1155832. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1155832? Search 1155832 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 Gateshead Older People's Assembly do? Gateshead Older People's Assembly offers opportunities for over 50s to maintain their health and independence through socialising, exercising, and learning. We support activities in community venues across our borough and maintain a wellness hub for over 50s in Deckham. For more information, please visit www.gatesheadopa.org.uk Does Gateshead Older People's Assembly have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gateshead Older People's Assembly. 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 Gateshead Older People's Assembly? Gateshead Older People's Assembly's website is http://www.gatesheadopa.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/1155832).