1760
Crown Lands surrendered to Parliament
George III surrenders Crown Lands to Parliament for an annual payment, with the estate’s profits going to the Treasury.
About us
We focus on the nation's long-term needs
Energy and climate resilience
Enable the UK’s transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient and energy-secure future
Nature recovery
Protect, restore, and connect people with nature, across land, cities and sea
Inclusive growth
Contribute to inclusive growth that unlocks potential and enables communities to thrive through improved access to new homes, jobs and infrastructure
Responsible financial returns
Responsibly generate financial returns and value for people in the UK
Our leadership
Our leadership team bring a wide range of expertise to help us deliver value for our customers, partners and communities.
Our history
We're a unique business with a rich history.
1961
Independent and commercial
The Crown Estate Act establishes the modern-day company – managed by an independent board.
1964
Seabed ownership extended
The Continental Shelf Act extends The Crown Estate’s ownership of the seabed to 12 nautical miles from Britain’s coast.
2011
Sovereign Grant
Our profit, paid to the Treasury, is used by government to set the funding for the Monarch (The Sovereign Grant Act).
Our Annual Report
We announced a £1.1 billion net revenue profit for the nation’s finances in 2024/25.
Our governance
Our unique set up, established through an Act of Parliament to operate independently and commercially, means that there is nothing else quite like us.
