October 2025 Royal Family Favorability Rankings Revealed
Recent insights into the October 2025 Royal Family Favorability Rankings reveal a significant decline in public opinion towards Prince Andrew. A staggering 91% of Britons now view him negatively, marking the highest disapproval rating recorded by YouGov.
Prince Andrew’s Unfavorable Ranking
The controversy surrounding Prince Andrew has intensified due to ongoing revelations about his connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. As a result, he has ceased using his Duke of York title. Public sentiment has notably worsened; just 4% of the population views him positively. This represents a dramatic increase in negative opinions, from 87% in August to 91% now, with those holding a distinctly unfavorable view rising from 69% to 81%.
Public Sentiment Towards Other Royals
Despite the fallout from Prince Andrew’s actions, the opinions regarding other royal family members remain more favorable. The Prince and Princess of Wales enjoy the best standing, with 76% of respondents viewing Prince William positively and 73% feeling the same about Catherine. Princess Anne also holds a solid approval rating of 70%.
View on King Charles
King Charles has experienced a slight improvement in public perception; 62% now hold a positive view of him, compared to 59% in August. However, 29% still view the king negatively. A recent YouGov poll indicates a split public opinion regarding his management of Andrew’s controversies, with 40% believing he has handled it well against 32% who disagree.
Queen Camilla’s Mixed Reception
- Positive view: 45%
- Negative view: 41%
Queen Camilla’s reputation appears mixed but has improved slightly, with a decrease in the percentage of those viewing her negatively since August.
Perception of the Monarchy
While specific members of the royal family face scrutiny, overall attitudes towards the monarchy have slightly declined. Negative opinions about the royal institution rose to 34%, and 36% view it unfavorably, reflecting a four-point increase from August.
Support for the Monarchy
Despite these mixed feelings, a robust majority, ranging from 56% to 59%, still uphold positive views of the monarchy. Approximately 62% of people believe Britain should maintain a monarchy rather than transition to an elected head of state, which only 25% support. A majority, 57%, also feel that the monarchy is beneficial for Britain.
Political Party Perspectives on the Monarchy
- Conservative Voters: 89-91% view it positively.
- Reform UK and Lib Dem Voters: Support for monarchy at 75% and 60% respectively.
- Labour Voters: 54% support continuation, yet opinions on value are mixed.
- Green Voters: 52% view the monarchy as bad value.
In conclusion, while Prince Andrew faces record unpopularity, the broader royal family maintains a measurable level of support among the public, underscoring the complexities surrounding royal favorability amid ongoing scrutiny.
