Reform UK Achieves Unprecedented 31% Average in Latest UK Polls

Reform UK has maintained an average polling lead of 30-31% for five consecutive months, a statistical first for any party outside of the traditional Conservative and Labour dominance in the United Kingdom. This surge in support highlights a growing public dissatisfaction with the established political order, as articulated by prominent commentator Peter McCormack.

The party's ascendancy is underpinned by widespread public discontent across several key areas. According to recent Ipsos data from September 2025, 68% of Britons anticipate a worsening economy in the coming year, with 75% expressing concern over inflation and the cost of living. YouGov's September 2025 figures further indicate that the economy is the most important issue for 72% of the public.

Concerns extend to public services and taxation. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that satisfaction with the National Health Service (NHS) is at a record low of 28%, while approximately 60% of adults believe their taxes are excessively high for the services received. Immigration remains a significant concern, with 71% of the public believing levels are too high, according to the ONS. Trust in policing has also seen a decline.

Peter McCormack, a British podcaster and football club chairman known for his outspoken anti-establishment and fiscally conservative views, captured this sentiment in a recent tweet.

"The Lib Dem’s, Labour and Greens are scared of Reform. The British public hates the entrenched political elite. Their failure to understand this is exactly why Reform will win the next election."

McCormack further elaborated on the public's frustration, stating,

"They mock flags, call people knuckle draggers while failing to understand that this opposition to the machinery of government is classless, it’s the working class, middle class and the outside wealthy." He added that conversations in various social settings consistently revolve around the economy being "broken," high taxes, ineffective public services, and excessive immigration.

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is seen by many as a credible alternative, with 84% approval among Reform supporters. While the party's lead in multi-party polls is significant, its ability to secure a majority in a general election remains uncertain, particularly in a binary contest against Labour. This unprecedented polling performance, however, underscores a profound shift in the UK's political landscape, driven by a populace demanding change from the traditional elite.