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title: "Shirley Muslim Association — check charity number 1178467 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Shirley Muslim Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178467. Religious Activities charity based in Croydon. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shirley-muslim-association
retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:19:33.964Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Shirley Muslim Association is a registered charity (number 1178467) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £187,251 (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 Shirley Muslim Association?

Registered charity number

1178467

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Croydon

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£187,251

Website

[shirleyma.org.uk](https://shirleyma.org.uk/)

## What does Shirley Muslim Association do?

To advance the Islamic faith in Shirley and the surrounding area for the benefit of the public, particularly but not exclusively, through the provision of a mosque. Educating the public in different religious beliefs including an awareness of their distinctive features and their common ground to promote good relations. Promoting knowledge and mutual understanding of all faith in the Shirley area.

## What causes is Shirley Muslim Association registered for?

Religious Activities

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shirley Muslim Association yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shirley Muslim Association 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Shirley Muslim Association a legitimate charity?

Yes. Shirley Muslim Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178467) 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 Shirley Muslim Association's charity number?

Shirley Muslim Association's charity number is 1178467. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1178467?

Search 1178467 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 Shirley Muslim Association do?

To advance the Islamic faith in Shirley and the surrounding area for the benefit of the public, particularly but not exclusively, through the provision of a mosque. Educating the public in different religious beliefs including an awareness of their distinctive features and their common ground to promote good relations. Promoting knowledge and mutual understanding of all faith in the Shirley area.

Does Shirley Muslim Association have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shirley Muslim Association. 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 Shirley Muslim Association?

Shirley Muslim Association's website is https://shirleyma.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/1178467).