THE BABRAHAM INSTITUTE

PaymentCheck Score 2025
49Poor
0.1vs last year
#3681 in UK
#53 in Data
#253 in East of England

Company Information

Company Number
03011737
Registered Address
Babraham Hall, Babraham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3AT
Status
Active
Employee Count
356
Turnover
£46,622,000
EBITDA
£4,245,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
Incorporated On
19 January 1995
Nature of Business
72190 - Other research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
85422 - Post-graduate level higher education
Industries
Data, Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
East of England

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
35 days
Shortest Period:5 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
39%
31-60 Days
57%
After 60 Days
4%
Not Paid Within Terms61%

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: 2025-04-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202508 Oct 20253832%62%6%68%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202415 Apr 20243731%66%3%69%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202313 Oct 20233827%69%4%73%
01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 202201 Nov 20224131%62%8%68%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202229 Apr 20223737%56%7%63%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202122 Oct 20213930%65%5%70%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202107 Jun 20214032%60%8%68%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201907 Oct 20193737%60%3%63%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

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Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The majority of suppliers offer 30 days payment terms

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Any dispute would be dealt with by the department who raised the order and dealt with promptly. Any disputes that cannot be settled are then referred to Finance.

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

The Babraham Institute, located in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is a world-renowned research center focused on understanding the biological mechanisms that underlie health and disease. The institute conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as immunology, epigenetics, and regenerative medicine.

Sustainability is a key focus for the Babraham Institute, as they strive to minimize their environmental impact and promote sustainable practices within their organization. They have a number of initiatives in place, such as using renewable energy sources, reducing waste and recycling, and promoting sustainable transportation options for their staff.

The institute also offers a range of products and services, including access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for researchers, as well as training and development programs for scientists at all stages of their careers. They also collaborate with industry partners to translate their research findings into tangible products and services that can benefit society.

The Babraham Institute is led by Director Professor Michael Wakelam, who is supported by a team of renowned scientists and researchers. Their website (www.babraham.ac.uk) provides information on their research areas, facilities, and services, as well as news and events. The registered office address for the Babraham Institute is Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge, CB22 3AT, UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£22,673,000
Net Worth
£147,926,000
Total Current Assets
£32,524,000
Total Current Liabilities
£13,309,000

Company Location