--- title: "The Lifehouse — check charity number 1144669 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Lifehouse a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1144669. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 153 Albert Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-lifehouse retrieved: 2026-08-26T18:56:25.457Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Lifehouse is a registered charity (number 1144669) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £118,612 (year ending 2024-10-31). 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 The Lifehouse? Registered charity number 1144669 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 153 Albert Road Latest income (year ending 2024-10-31) £118,612 Website [www.lifehouse.org.uk](http://www.lifehouse.org.uk/) ## What does The Lifehouse do? Outward focused, friendly, free, food kitchen serving the homeless and vulnerable communities in Portsmouth & Southsea with a mandate to relieve poverty across the City. We have converted two former shops and a house into community use as a food bank and food kitchen providing a wide range of support services. ## What causes is The Lifehouse registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Lifehouse yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Lifehouse 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=the-lifehouse&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lifehouse.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Lifehouse a legitimate charity? Yes. The Lifehouse is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1144669) 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 The Lifehouse's charity number? The Lifehouse's charity number is 1144669. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1144669? Search 1144669 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 The Lifehouse do? Outward focused, friendly, free, food kitchen serving the homeless and vulnerable communities in Portsmouth & Southsea with a mandate to relieve poverty across the City. We have converted two former shops and a house into community use as a food bank and food kitchen providing a wide range of support services. Does The Lifehouse have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Lifehouse. 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 The Lifehouse? The Lifehouse's website is http://www.lifehouse.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/1144669).