A new poll commissioned by HOPE not hate has uncovered stark racial disparities in the immigration views of Reform UK members, revealing that racial background significantly influences their stance on who should be allowed to stay in Britain.
Racial Divide in Immigration Attitudes
The survey, conducted by Survation between January 29 and February 16, 2026, with a sample size of 629 Reform UK members, found that 54% believe non-white British citizens born abroad should be forcibly removed or encouraged to leave the country. In contrast, only 24% hold the same view if the citizens are white, indicating a nearly double rate of exclusion based on race.
Further Evidence of Racial Bias
The racial divide extends beyond birthplace. Almost half (49%) of Reform members think non-white British citizens whose parents were born abroad should be forcibly removed or encouraged to leave, compared to a mere 4% for white British citizens in the same category. Additionally, 22% support removal for non-white British citizens whose parents were born in the UK, versus just 7% for their white counterparts.
Nick Lowles, chief executive at HOPE not hate, commented in the report, stating that behind the party-like atmosphere of Reform rallies, members are more pessimistic, angry, and extreme than the general British public.
Authoritarian Leanings and Far-Right Affinities
The poll also highlighted concerning trends toward authoritarianism and far-right sympathies among Reform UK members. More than half (54%) expressed a preference for a strong leader who can override or ignore Parliament, reflecting what HNH describes as an "attractiveness of authoritarians."
This is mirrored in their attitudes toward global figures: 13% like Russian leader Vladimir Putin, twice the rate of the general British public, with another 17% neutral. Furthermore, 61% of Reform fans express liking for Tommy Robinson, despite Nigel Farage's efforts to distance the party from the far-right activist.
Implications for Reform UK's Future
Lowles warned that the hardline views of party members could push Reform UK further to the right or lead to disillusionment if the party moderates its positions in pursuit of electoral success. The report underscores the potential internal tensions as the party balances member extremism with broader political ambitions.
This survey marks the first comprehensive polling of Reform UK members, providing unprecedented insight into the demographics and ideologies driving the party's base. The findings suggest racial factors are a major determinant in immigration perspectives, raising questions about inclusivity and equality in political discourse.
