We are pleased to share the results of the 2025 Safety in Sport Perception Survey.
This annual market research survey is conducted in conjunction with YouGov, seeking the perceptions of the UK population. In its fourth year, the results report reveals some gradual shifts in perception over time, as well as some consistent results year-on-year that corroborate public opinion.
With the protection of long-term participation in sport at the heart of Podium’s approach, the findings and our accompanying recommendations for action help to affirm Podium’s focus to date, as well as highlight research gaps and areas where further work is needed.
Here are some of the 2025 key findings:
1. Confidence in concussion management has increased
Almost three quarters (72%) of those who belong to a sports club or team are confident their organisation would know how to manage a suspected concussion – a striking 6% increase since 2024. Confidence amongst parents that their school could manage a suspected concussion is at 57%, up 3% since 2024.
If you’re looking for a way to improve concussion management and build confidence across your club network, you might be interested in the Concussion Recovery tool we’ve just launched into our free injury management app, SportSmart.
You can find out more and register at sportsmart.org
2. More sport, less injury: Podium’s vision has the public’s support
Sport is inherently risky. Injuries are often a part of the game – but can be a barrier to participation. Helping young people avoid preventable injuries is a mission with the public’s support: 86% of all respondents agree that it is a worthwhile cause, and 85% believe it could support long-term participation, a key UK public health policy. A further 77% agreed that people who are more physically active live healthier lives. Most parents (85%) agreed that for young people, the benefits of sport outweigh the risk of injury.
3. Calls for mandatory injury recording remain consistent
Support for and expectation of injury recording in schools and clubs has been consistent year on year; however, current regulations do not require the recording of sports-related injuries in these environments. This year, the majority of adults (81%) think it should be compulsory for both schools and clubs to record sports injuries. Injury data can support injury prevention – revealing trends in where, when and how injuries happen – as well as supporting improved player welfare by providing clear individual records.
Click below to download the full report and learn more about the public’s perception across sports injury, concussion, mental health and more.