ROMFORD BAPTIST CHURCH
The church activities include but are not restricted to:? regular public worship including prayer, communion, baptism, Bible study, preaching and teaching for all ages. ? evangelism and mission, locally and internationally. ? nurture and growth of Christian disciples;? supporting and encouraging charitable social action in the United Kingdom and abroad;
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £22,763 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with total income of £567,269 and total expenditure of £544,506. The trustees confirm that unrestricted reserves of £7,625,984 comfortably exceed the stated reserves policy target of £550,000, which is required to meet running costs for 12 months beyond the balance sheet date.
What the accounts disclose
“In order ta meet the running costs of the church for 12 months beyond the balance sheet date, an amount estimated at £550,000 would be required. This amount is comfortably met by the cash reserves held by the church.” — page 10
“During the year, salaries have been paid to Rev | Bunce £47,360 (2024: £46,117), Rev V Bunce £35,470 (2024: £34,300) and Rev J Loveard £Nil (2024: £11,659), for ministerial services.” — page 28
“During the year, income of £76,400 (2024: £73,900) was received from Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited, a charity under common control, in respect of pastoral services.” — page 34
“During the year payments of £17,910 (2024: 16,300) were made to Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited in respect of book-keeping and premises management.”
“During the year, income of £76,400 (2024: £73,900) was received from Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited, a charity under common control, in respect of pastoral services.” — page 34
“During the year payments of £17,910 (2024: 16,300) were made to Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited in respect of book-keeping and premises management.”
“During the year, income of £76,400 (2024: £73,900) was received from Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited, a charity under common control, in respect of pastoral services.” — page 34
“During the year payments of £17,910 (2024: 16,300) were made to Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited in respect of book-keeping and premises management.”
“During the year, income of £76,400 (2024: £73,900) was received from Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited, a charity under common control, in respect of pastoral services.” — page 34
“During the year payments of £17,910 (2024: 16,300) were made to Romford Baptist Church Housing Association Limited in respect of book-keeping and premises management.”
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (04/05/2020)
Trustees
- REV IAN JOHN BUNCEchair
- Ashish Kumar Punmiya
- Bree Michelle Hacker
- David John Smith
- Esther Olusola Arowolo
- Folasade Omolara Lawani
- HAYLEY AYRIS
- Kenneth Stanley Yates
- MR SAMUEL TUNDE
- Olalekan Omiteru
- REV VIKKI J BUNCE
- Simon Craig Ellis
- Tolulope Olaotan Ilesanmi
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £567k | £545k |
| 31/12/2024 | £527k | £539k |
| 31/12/2023 | £540k | £487k |
| 31/12/2022 | £416k | £465k |
| 31/12/2021 | £375k | £395k |
Common questions
Is ROMFORD BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £22,763 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with total income of £567,269 and total expenditure of £544,506. The trustees confirm that unrestricted reserves of £7,625,984 comfortably exceed the stated reserves policy target of £550,000, which is required to meet running costs for 12 months beyond the balance sheet date. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Venthams.