--- title: "Hector's House — check charity number 1165588 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hector's House a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165588. Education/training charity based in Berkhamsted. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hector-s-house retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:52:08.723Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hector's House is a registered charity (number 1165588) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £193,123 (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 Hector's House? Registered charity number 1165588 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Berkhamsted Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £193,123 Website [www.hectorshouse.org.uk](http://www.hectorshouse.org.uk/) ## What does Hector's House do? To help prevent suicide, by making it easier to recognise the symptoms which may lead to suicide and to help people find the appropriate resources to improve their mental wellbeing. Using education, partnership working and the support of mental health professionals, we promote suicide prevention and good mental health practices. To reduce the stigma of talking about mental health. ## What causes is Hector's House registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hector's House yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hector's House 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=hector-s-house&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hectorshouse.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hector's House a legitimate charity? Yes. Hector's House is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165588) 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 Hector's House's charity number? Hector's House's charity number is 1165588. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165588? Search 1165588 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 Hector's House do? To help prevent suicide, by making it easier to recognise the symptoms which may lead to suicide and to help people find the appropriate resources to improve their mental wellbeing. Using education, partnership working and the support of mental health professionals, we promote suicide prevention and good mental health practices. To reduce the stigma of talking about mental health. Does Hector's House have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hector's House. 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 Hector's House? Hector's House's website is http://www.hectorshouse.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/1165588).