--- title: "West Kent Community Radio — check charity number 1180738 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Kent Community Radio a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1180738. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 126 London Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-kent-community-radio retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:42:50.412Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Kent Community Radio is a registered charity (number 1180738) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £22,535 (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 West Kent Community Radio? Registered charity number 1180738 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 126 London Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £22,535 Website [westkentradio.co.uk](http://westkentradio.co.uk/) ## What does West Kent Community Radio do? Provision of a local community broadcasting service for people living in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Pembury, Sevenoaks, and surrounding areas of West Kent, using FM radio, digital radio, online and through social media. ## What causes is West Kent Community Radio registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Kent Community Radio yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Kent Community Radio 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=west-kent-community-radio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://westkentradio.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Kent Community Radio a legitimate charity? Yes. West Kent Community Radio is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1180738) 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 West Kent Community Radio's charity number? West Kent Community Radio's charity number is 1180738. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1180738? Search 1180738 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 West Kent Community Radio do? Provision of a local community broadcasting service for people living in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Pembury, Sevenoaks, and surrounding areas of West Kent, using FM radio, digital radio, online and through social media. Does West Kent Community Radio have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Kent Community Radio. 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 West Kent Community Radio? West Kent Community Radio's website is http://westkentradio.co.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/1180738).