--- title: "Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland — check charity number 1170691 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1170691. Education/training charity based in 1a Elmfield Avenue. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-leicester-leicestershire-and-rutland retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:15:02.735Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is a registered charity (number 1170691) 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. Its latest reported income was £201,083 (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 Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland? Registered charity number 1170691 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 1a Elmfield Avenue Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £201,083 Website [www.samaritans.org/branches/leicester](https://www.samaritans.org/branches/leicester/) ## What does Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland do? The Charity provides confidential emotional support to those who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, with the aim of improving their emotional health and reducing the incidence of suicide. The Charity operates a telephone helpline which is open 24 hours a day; 365 days a year. Our support allows contacts to explore difficult feelings. ## What causes is Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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=samaritans-of-leicester-leicestershire-and-rutland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.samaritans.org/branches/leicester/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1170691) 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 Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland's charity number? Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland's charity number is 1170691. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1170691? Search 1170691 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 Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland do? The Charity provides confidential emotional support to those who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, with the aim of improving their emotional health and reducing the incidence of suicide. The Charity operates a telephone helpline which is open 24 hours a day; 365 days a year. Our support allows contacts to explore difficult feelings. Does Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. 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 Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland? Samaritans of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland's website is https://www.samaritans.org/branches/leicester/ — 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/1170691).