OXFORD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Holding public worship services on a Sunday and other meetings throughout the week to promote the spiritual growth of those in attendance.Supporting missionary activities through prayer and financial aid, and giving similar support to individuals who find themselves in need.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £5,766 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £328,325. The trustees maintain a reserves policy targeting three to six months of expenditure, which they consider to be maintained throughout the year. The charity holds significant long-term liabilities of £612,202 secured against property assets.
What the accounts disclose
“Grants (USA) 435,046”
“It is the policy of the church that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure.” — page 5
“Rev Andrew Young, a Trustee, was paid a salary of £28,000 (2023: £38,500) plus pension contributions of £5,760 (2023: £3,600) for his role as Minister of the Church and provided with living accommodation at the Church manse. Dr Neil Martin, a Trustee, was paid a salary of £18,675 (2023: £18,000). These payments to Trustees are as permitted in clause 6.2 of the Constitution. Expenses totalling £11,232 were paid to four trustees for travel, manse costs and hospitality. The charity also made payments of £24,889 (2023 - £10,590), for overseas travel and related expenses for two Trustees.” — page 20
“Freehold land and buildings represent the church manse, 76 Wharton Road, Oxford, OX3 8AJ. Under a Declaration of Trust dated 5 September 2023, the church is the legal owner of 96.77% and the Rev Andrew Young and Mrs Davinia Young the beneficial owners of 3.23%. It is the intention to transfer further equity stakes to the Rev and Mrs Young, for an appropriate consideration.” — page 21
“Rev Andrew Young, a Trustee, was paid a salary of £28,000 (2023: £38,500) plus pension contributions of £5,760 (2023: £3,600) for his role as Minister of the Church and provided with living accommodation at the Church manse. Dr Neil Martin, a Trustee, was paid a salary of £18,675 (2023: £18,000). These payments to Trustees are as permitted in clause 6.2 of the Constitution. Expenses totalling £11,232 were paid to four trustees for travel, manse costs and hospitality. The charity also made payments of £24,889 (2023 - £10,590), for overseas travel and related expenses for two Trustees.” — page 20
“Freehold land and buildings represent the church manse, 76 Wharton Road, Oxford, OX3 8AJ. Under a Declaration of Trust dated 5 September 2023, the church is the legal owner of 96.77% and the Rev Andrew Young and Mrs Davinia Young the beneficial owners of 3.23%. It is the intention to transfer further equity stakes to the Rev and Mrs Young, for an appropriate consideration.” — page 21
Year-over-year changes
- Reserves position vs the charity's own policy moved from "above" (FY2023) to "within" (FY2024).
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Andy Young — Elder
- Tom Hutchings — Elder
- Neil Martin — Elder
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Trustees
- Dr Neil Christopher Martinchair
- James Michael Frederic Horgan
- Rev ANDREW JONATHAN YOUNG
- Rev Thomas George Hutchings
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £4.5m | £612k |
| 31/12/2024 | £1.0m | £1.0m |
| 31/12/2023 | £609k | £739k |
| 31/12/2022 | £780k | £233k |
| 30/06/2021 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is OXFORD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £5,766 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £328,325. The trustees maintain a reserves policy targeting three to six months of expenditure, which they consider to be maintained throughout the year. The charity holds significant long-term liabilities of £612,202 secured against property assets. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by Xeinadin Audit Ltd.
Who funds OXFORD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH?
Funders whose own accounts filings name OXFORD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH as a grant recipient include THE BIDDESTONE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BIDDESTONE TRUST | FY2023 | £15k | |
| THE BIDDESTONE TRUST | FY2022 | £15k |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OXFORD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | £4.5m | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| OXFORD BIBLE CHURCH TRUST LIMITED | £331k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| CHELMSFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | £131k | £40,140 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| WHADDON ROAD EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | £136k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| EMMANUEL CHURCH OXFORD | £497k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CALVARY CHAPEL OXFORD LIMITED | £145k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |