The popularity of the royal family in Great Britain is falling to a historically low level. This is according to an Ipsos poll from March 2026, the results of which were recently published. Only 55 percent of surveyed Britons aged 18 and over believe that Great Britain should remain a monarchy.
Low point from 2021 even surpassed
The market research company Ipsos has been regularly asking the British public since 1993 whether Great Britain should remain a monarchy or become a republic. While a majority has always supported the monarchy so far, approval has now fallen to a historic low: only 55 percent are in favor. The previous negative record was 60 percent in November 2021, with the long-term average at 71 percent. However, Ipsos points out that the methodology for the survey changed in summer 2025.
While 55 percent prefer a monarchy in the most recent poll, 27 percent would like a republic and 18 percent are not sure. The company attributes this development primarily to the views of younger people. Only 33 percent of 18- to 34-year-olds are supporters of a monarchy, while 45 percent favor a republic and 22 percent are undecided. Among 35- to 54-year-olds, 51 percent approve of a monarchy, 28 percent are in favor of a republic, and 21 percent are undecided. Respondents aged 55 and over are clearly on the side of the royals: 74 percent express their support, 14 percent would prefer a republic, and 12 percent are undecided.
Britons are satisfied with Charles and William
Even though general support for the institution is declining, Britons are largely satisfied with the work of King Charles III (77) and heir to the throne Prince William (44). Accordingly, 60 percent state that they are satisfied with the job the monarch is doing overall. However, 24 percent are also dissatisfied here. This puts Charles significantly behind his late mother. Between 1992 and 2022, an average of 79 percent were satisfied with Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022).
The heir to the throne is also more popular than his father. Only 14 percent are clearly dissatisfied with his work, while 71 percent are convinced by him. He is even comparatively well-received among younger Britons. 47 percent of 18- to 34-year-olds have a positive attitude toward him. Among 35- to 54-year-olds, it's already 73 percent, and among people aged 55 and over, it's even 87 percent.
