--- title: "Postcode Local Trust — check charity number SC045504 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Postcode Local Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045504. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/postcode-local-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:16:15.873Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Postcode Local Trust is a registered charity (number SC045504) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £11,574,150 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Postcode Local Trust? Registered charity number SC045504 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £11,574,150 Website [www.postcodelocaltrust.org.uk](http://www.postcodelocaltrust.org.uk/) ## What does Postcode Local Trust do? Postcode Local Trust supports smaller charities and good causes in the West of England to make a difference to their community for the benefit of people and planet. Postcode Local Trust operates its own society lottery and receives all of its funding from the players of People's Postcode Lottery. As more players join People's Postcode Lottery, more funds are distributed to Postcode Local Trust and made available for the Trust to award to good causes. ## What causes is Postcode Local Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Postcode Local Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Postcode Local Trust 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=postcode-local-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.postcodelocaltrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Postcode Local Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Postcode Local Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045504) 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 Postcode Local Trust's charity number? Postcode Local Trust's charity number is SC045504. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045504? Search SC045504 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 Postcode Local Trust do? Postcode Local Trust supports smaller charities and good causes in the West of England to make a difference to their community for the benefit of people and planet. Postcode Local Trust operates its own society lottery and receives all of its funding from the players of People's Postcode Lottery. As more players join People's Postcode Lottery, more funds are distributed to Postcode Local Trust and made available for the Trust to award to good causes. Does Postcode Local Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Postcode Local Trust. 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 Postcode Local Trust? Postcode Local Trust's website is http://www.postcodelocaltrust.org.uk — 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=SC045504).