--- title: "Wester Hailes Community Trust — check charity number SC046486 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Wester Hailes Community Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046486. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wester-hailes-community-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:44:44.895Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Wester Hailes Community Trust is a registered charity (number SC046486) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £46,530 (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 Wester Hailes Community Trust? Registered charity number SC046486 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £46,530 Website [www.westerhailesct.org.uk](http://www.westerhailesct.org.uk/) ## What does Wester Hailes Community Trust do? The Wester Hailes Community Trust is led by the community, for the community. We are a collaborative community body supporting local-led decision making and development in the South West Edinburgh neighbourhood Wester Hailes. The Trust is led by and accountable to its local membership which consists of members and Trustees that hold board meetings on a regular basis. Members share their ideas for Wester Hailes and vote on what ideas get put into action. Since its registration in 2022, the main aim of the Trust has been to deliver the 36 projects for community improvement proposed by the Weste… ## What causes is Wester Hailes Community Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wester Hailes Community Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wester Hailes Community Trust 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=wester-hailes-community-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westerhailesct.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Wester Hailes Community Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Wester Hailes Community Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046486) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Wester Hailes Community Trust's charity number? Wester Hailes Community Trust's charity number is SC046486. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046486? Search SC046486 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Wester Hailes Community Trust do? The Wester Hailes Community Trust is led by the community, for the community. We are a collaborative community body supporting local-led decision making and development in the South West Edinburgh neighbourhood Wester Hailes. The Trust is led by and accountable to its local membership which consists of members and Trustees that hold board meetings on a regular basis. Members share their ideas for Wester Hailes and vote on what ideas get put into action. Since its registration in 2022, the main aim of the Trust has been to deliver the 36 projects for community improvement proposed by the Weste… Does Wester Hailes Community Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wester Hailes Community Trust. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Wester Hailes Community Trust? Wester Hailes Community Trust's website is http://www.westerhailesct.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC046486).