ECCLESIASTICAL INSURANCE OFFICE PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

PaymentCheck Score 2025
85Good
1.3vs last year
#1348 in UK
#219 in Financial Services
#68 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
00024869
Registered Address
Benefact House 2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Brockworth, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL3 4AW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,249
Turnover
£303,977,000
EBITDA
£3,944,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
3 August 1887
Nature of Business
65120 - Non-life insurance
Industries
Financial Services
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
25 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
85%
31-60 Days
10%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms23%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202531 Jul 20252585%10%5%23%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202404 Feb 20252683%11%6%35%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20242187%8%5%29%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20242587%9%4%27%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202326 Jul 20232685%10%5%26%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202216 Jan 20232976%18%6%29%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202213 Jul 20223073%21%6%32%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202120 Jan 20222974%22%4%31%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Template contracts or purchase order terms with a standard payment period of 30 days are in use. Suppliers are aware of this payment period when reviewing terms and conditions and the associated process of quoting an order number when submitting an invoice. We also advise that Ecclesiastical will be liable for late payment charges should we pay invoices late.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

The % of invoices not paid within the agreed terms is 23%. However, 85% of invoices are paid within 30 days. Ecclesiastical have a number of arrangements with suppliers have immediate payment terms. In most circumstances, the company considers it out of the ordinary to have immediate payment terms as this doesn’t allow for processing and clearing. The company is reviewing supplier arrangements to consider if this can be addressed.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

45

Dispute Resolution Process

An invoice received that is not able to be processed and paid (potentially due to various reasons) will be passed to the business owners for confirmation on the resolution. All invoices must be emailed to business.payments@ecclesiastical.com or posted to Ecclesiastical Insurance, Business Payments, Benefact House, 2000 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park, Gloucester, GL3 4AW.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

Ecclesiastical Insurance Office Public Limited Company is a UK-based insurance company that specializes in providing insurance solutions for the faith, heritage, charity, education, and real estate sectors. The company was founded in 1887 and has been in operation for over 130 years, making it one of the oldest insurance companies in the UK.

The company offers a range of products and services, including property, liability, and travel insurance, as well as risk management and claims support. Their insurance products are tailored to meet the specific needs of their clients, with a focus on protecting their unique assets and operations.

Ecclesiastical Insurance is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on corporate social responsibility. They have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact, such as reducing their carbon footprint, promoting sustainable business practices, and supporting environmental charities. They also have a charitable foundation that donates a portion of their profits to various causes.

The key people at Ecclesiastical Insurance include their CEO, Mark Hews, and their Chairman, Philip Hodson. They also have a team of experienced insurance professionals who are dedicated to providing excellent customer service and finding the best insurance solutions for their clients.

The company's website is www.ecclesiastical.com, where customers can find information about their products and services, as well as access online tools and resources. The registered office address is Beaufort House, Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1JZ, United Kingdom.

In summary, Ecclesiastical Insurance Office Public Limited Company is a long-standing insurance company that specializes in providing insurance solutions for various sectors. They are committed to sustainability and have a range of products and services to meet the unique needs of their clients. Their team of experienced professionals and dedication to corporate social responsibility make them a trusted and reliable insurance provider.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£104,664,000
Net Worth
£585,338,000
Total Current Assets
£1,627,712,000
Total Current Liabilities
£1,233,032,000

Company Location