--- title: "Headway Darlington and District — check charity number 1160772 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Headway Darlington and District a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1160772. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Unit 1F. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/headway-darlington-and-district retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:51:56.697Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Headway Darlington and District is a registered charity (number 1160772) 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 £40,064 (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 Headway Darlington and District? Registered charity number 1160772 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Unit 1F Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £40,064 Website [www.headwaydarlington.org.uk](http://www.headwaydarlington.org.uk/) ## What does Headway Darlington and District do? Our charity is dedicated to rebuilding lives after brain injury for survivors and families. We cover Darlington, South Durham, Teesside, Hambleton and Richmondshire, delivering services and activities based at The Headway Hub in Darlington. As well as arts and crafts, trips out, ten-pin bowling, discussion groups and advice and information, we run awareness sessions and fundraising activities. ## What causes is Headway Darlington and District registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Headway Darlington and District yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Headway Darlington and District 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=headway-darlington-and-district&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.headwaydarlington.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Headway Darlington and District a legitimate charity? Yes. Headway Darlington and District is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1160772) 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 Headway Darlington and District's charity number? Headway Darlington and District's charity number is 1160772. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1160772? Search 1160772 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 Headway Darlington and District do? Our charity is dedicated to rebuilding lives after brain injury for survivors and families. We cover Darlington, South Durham, Teesside, Hambleton and Richmondshire, delivering services and activities based at The Headway Hub in Darlington. As well as arts and crafts, trips out, ten-pin bowling, discussion groups and advice and information, we run awareness sessions and fundraising activities. Does Headway Darlington and District have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Headway Darlington and District. 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 Headway Darlington and District? Headway Darlington and District's website is http://www.headwaydarlington.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/1160772).