--- title: "Women's Aid Orkney — check charity number SC005241 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Women's Aid Orkney a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005241. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompa" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/women-s-aid-orkney retrieved: 2026-08-24T18:01:51.282Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Women's Aid Orkney is a registered charity (number SC005241) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £457,316 (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 Women's Aid Orkney? Registered charity number SC005241 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £457,316 Website [www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/womensaid](http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/womensaid) ## What does Women's Aid Orkney do? To raise awareness of domestic abuse and provide support for women. young people and children who have been affected. We also provide temporary accommodation when needed. ## What causes is Women's Aid Orkney registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantageany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Women's Aid Orkney yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Women's Aid Orkney 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=women-s-aid-orkney&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/womensaid) ## Frequently asked questions Is Women's Aid Orkney a legitimate charity? Yes. Women's Aid Orkney is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005241) 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 Women's Aid Orkney's charity number? Women's Aid Orkney's charity number is SC005241. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005241? Search SC005241 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 Women's Aid Orkney do? To raise awareness of domestic abuse and provide support for women. young people and children who have been affected. We also provide temporary accommodation when needed. Does Women's Aid Orkney have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Women's Aid Orkney. 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 Women's Aid Orkney? Women's Aid Orkney's website is http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/womensaid — 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=SC005241).