--- title: "SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust — check charity number SC043533 | CharityCompare" description: "Is SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043533. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/safedeposits-scotland-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:10:15.969Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number SC043533) 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 education; the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. Its latest reported income was £300,036 (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 SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust? Registered charity number SC043533 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £300,036 Website [www.safedepositsscotlandtrust.com](http://www.safedepositsscotlandtrust.com/) ## What does SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust do? The SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust was set up to reinvest surpluses generated by not-for-profit tenancy deposit protection scheme SafeDeposits Scotland in Scotland's private rented sector, for the benefit of those living and working there and in particular to promote education, training and best practice within the sector. The Trust does this by awarding grants to organisations who will deliver projects that meet its key aims. ## What causes is SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable 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=safedeposits-scotland-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.safedepositsscotlandtrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043533) 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 SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust's charity number? SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust's charity number is SC043533. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043533? Search SC043533 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 SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust do? The SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust was set up to reinvest surpluses generated by not-for-profit tenancy deposit protection scheme SafeDeposits Scotland in Scotland's private rented sector, for the benefit of those living and working there and in particular to promote education, training and best practice within the sector. The Trust does this by awarding grants to organisations who will deliver projects that meet its key aims. Does SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable 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 SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust? SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust's website is http://www.safedepositsscotlandtrust.com — 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=SC043533).