Last week, we asked Your Local Guardian readers if they supported Sadiq Khan as Mayor of London.
Voters were asked whether they live in south London and whether they support him, as well as the views of those who don’t live in south London.
We checked each response to remove duplicates, with votes verified by distinct browsers and IP addresses to ensure every opinion counted only once.
The poll showed that 957 people said they live in south London and do not support him, while 244 people said they don’t live in south London and do not support him.
On the other side of the spectrum, 333 people said they live in south London and do support him, while 98 people said they don’t live in south London but do support him.
Only 18 people said they were unsure.
Overall, the poll suggests most south Londoners are opposed to Sadiq Khan, with non-supporters outnumbering supporters by more than three to one.
Sadiq Khan made history in 2016 by becoming the first Muslim Mayor of London and made history again in 2024 by becoming the first Mayor of London to win a third term.
He has expressed interest in running a fourth term in 2028 and remaining Mayor until 2028.
Sadiq Khan is popular in several areas of politics where his policies have resonated strongly with Londoners.
He is widely recognised for his environmental initiatives, particularly the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which has significantly reduced air pollution across the capital.
Many Londoners also support his efforts to promote cleaner and more sustainable transport, including the increase of zero-emission buses, cycling infrastructure, and pedestrian-friendly initiatives.
These measures, alongside his focus on social inclusion and support for vulnerable populations, have bolstered his appeal, especially among inner-city residents and those who prioritise progressive and green policies.
However, Khan faces significant criticism in other areas, particularly around crime, public safety, and housing.
Despite some reductions in serious violent crime, many Londoners feel that low-level crime, such as theft and phone snatching, remains inadequately addressed.
Housing remains another major challenge, with the number of new affordable homes falling short of demand, leading to dissatisfaction among those struggling with the capital’s high cost of living and limited housing options.
Under the Greater London Authority Act 1999, the Mayor of London is responsible for strategic planning, policing oversight, and transport policy.
We contacted the Mayor’s office for a comment on these poll findings, but we did not hear back.
