--- title: "Unlock — check charity number 313454 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Unlock a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 313454. Education/training charity based in 15 Station Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/unlock retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:07:28.091Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Unlock is a registered charity (number 313454) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £44,250 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Unlock? Registered charity number 313454 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 15 Station Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £44,250 Website [www.unlock-urban.org.uk](http://www.unlock-urban.org.uk/) ## What does Unlock do? Unlocking-real life stories of urban people. Revealing-good news of the down to earth Christ. Releasing-life changing skills and confidence. Unlock is a Christian charity that has worked since 1973 to help urban churches of any denomination respond to the challenges in their areas. We are especially concerned with helping people in "text-shy" cultures to explore their faith. We place trained unloc ## What causes is Unlock registered for? Education/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Unlock yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Unlock 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=unlock&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.unlock-urban.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Unlock a legitimate charity? Yes. Unlock is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 313454) 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 Unlock's charity number? Unlock's charity number is 313454. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 313454? Search 313454 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 Unlock do? Unlocking-real life stories of urban people. Revealing-good news of the down to earth Christ. Releasing-life changing skills and confidence. Unlock is a Christian charity that has worked since 1973 to help urban churches of any denomination respond to the challenges in their areas. We are especially concerned with helping people in "text-shy" cultures to explore their faith. We place trained unloc Does Unlock have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Unlock. 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 Unlock? Unlock's website is http://www.unlock-urban.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/313454).