--- title: "The U3a Chelmsford — check charity number 1027234 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The U3a Chelmsford a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1027234. Education/training charity based in Chelmsford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-u3a-chelmsford retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:56:42.235Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The U3a Chelmsford is a registered charity (number 1027234) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £36,600 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 The U3a Chelmsford? Registered charity number 1027234 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Chelmsford Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £36,600 Website [www.chelmsford.u3asite.uk](http://www.chelmsford.u3asite.uk/) ## What does The U3a Chelmsford do? It is a self help group for people no longer in full time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities. It draws upon knowledge, experience and skills of our own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with wishes of the membership ## What causes is The U3a Chelmsford registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The U3a Chelmsford yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The U3a Chelmsford 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-u3a-chelmsford&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.chelmsford.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The U3a Chelmsford a legitimate charity? Yes. The U3a Chelmsford is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1027234) 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 U3a Chelmsford's charity number? The U3a Chelmsford's charity number is 1027234. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1027234? Search 1027234 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 U3a Chelmsford do? It is a self help group for people no longer in full time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities. It draws upon knowledge, experience and skills of our own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with wishes of the membership Does The U3a Chelmsford have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The U3a Chelmsford. 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 U3a Chelmsford? The U3a Chelmsford's website is http://www.chelmsford.u3asite.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/1027234).