£3.2 billion
We return all our net profit to the Treasury, generating £3.2 billion for the nation's finances over the last decade
Lasting and shared prosperity for the nation
Who we are
Across communities, countryside, coast and seabed, we own and manage land for the benefit of the nation.
We are an independent business sitting between the public and private sectors, acting in the national interest both today, and for future generations.
Our portfolio
Our £16 billion portfolio includes rural land, the seabed and urban centres.
This includes one of the largest rural holdings in the country, an estate across Regent Street and St James’s in London, and the seabed around England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Marine
Unlocking the potential of our seabed and coastline to support the nation’s net zero and energy-secure future
Land
Supporting the sustainable transformation of land for farmers and for a thriving natural world
The Windsor Estate
Across 16,000 acres of ancient landscape, we’re creating a centre of ecological and environmental best practice
Property & Places
Creating vibrant destinations and communities for people and businesses, with inclusivity at their core
The value we create
Financial
We aim to balance the short-term and long-term, generating profit today while creating value for future generations.
Environmental
We support nature recovery, the energy transition and the nation's road to net zero.
Social
We help to create inclusive communities and support economic growth and productivity.
Floating Offshore Wind Leasing Round 5
We are setting out a new leasing round for commercial-scale floating wind projects in the Celtic Sea, enough to power more than 4 million homes.
Our impact
Latest news
MarineThe Crown Estate makes senior appointments to support UK’s nature recovery and transition to a net zero future
The Crown Estate has made two senior appointments as it accelerates delivery against its strategy to support the UK’s transition to a net zero, energy secure future, whilst also driving nature recovery and economic growth.
- The Crown Estate
Extension to Sir Robin Budenberg’s term as Chair of The Crown Estate
The Crown Estate has announced that Sir Robin Budenberg CBE will extend his final term as Chair for up to a year. The process for the appointment of a new Chair will commence in due course.
MarineSupply chain for Celtic Sea floating wind farms could power 5,000 new jobs and a £1.4bn boost for the economy
Up to 5,300 new jobs and up to £1.4 billion could be generated for the UK economy by galvanising the supply chain and infrastructure opportunities arising from the development of new floating wind farms.
- Marine
The Crown Estate Concludes Celtic Sea Habitats Regulations Assessment
The Crown Estate has concluded the Plan-Level Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) for Floating Offshore Wind Leasing Round 5 in the Celtic Sea.
Property & PlacesThe Home of Urban Excellence inspiring the next generation of Londoners opens in the West End
A centre for urban excellence is opening in the heart of London’s West End, offering an engaging environment for young people to explore, learn, and express themselves whilst revitalising urban space in central London.
- Marine
The Crown Estate commissions new research on how to assess the social impact of marine activities
The Crown Estate has commissioned the University of Exeter to conduct an evidence review of social impact assessments in the marine space to enhance understanding of how to deliver social value through its marine activities.
