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title: "Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) — check charity number SC045407 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045407. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/niemann-pick-uk-np-uk-npdg-uk
retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:00:17.619Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) is a registered charity (number SC045407) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £479,696 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK)?

Registered charity number

SC045407

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

Outwith Scotland

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30)

£479,696

Website

[www.npuk.org](http://www.npuk.org/)

## What does Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) do?

The only objects for which the Company is established are to relieve sickness amongst families afflicted by Niemann-Pick Disease and any distress which may arise there from and to advance the education of such families, interested professionals and the general public in all matters concerning the disease as the committee may determine ('the Objects').

## What causes is Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) a legitimate charity?

Yes. Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045407) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK)'s charity number?

Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK)'s charity number is SC045407. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC045407?

Search SC045407 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) do?

The only objects for which the Company is established are to relieve sickness amongst families afflicted by Niemann-Pick Disease and any distress which may arise there from and to advance the education of such families, interested professionals and the general public in all matters concerning the disease as the committee may determine ('the Objects').

Does Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK)?

Niemann-Pick UK, NP-UK, NPDG (UK)'s website is http://www.npuk.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC045407).