Jewish Life DOOMED? Majority Say YES

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A shocking new poll reveals that 61% of British Jews have considered leaving Britain in the past two years, with a majority declaring they see no future for Jewish life in the UK as antisemitism reaches unprecedented levels.

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61% of British Jews considered leaving Britain in past two years amid rising antisemitism
Majority of British Jews see no future for Jewish life in the UK according to CAA poll
Only 10% believe reporting antisemitic hate crimes leads to prosecution
Jews face highest religious hate crime rate at 106 per 10,000 people

Massive Jewish Exodus from Britain Looms

The Campaign Against Antisemitism commissioned YouGov to poll nearly 4,500 British Jews in November 2025, revealing devastating statistics about Jewish confidence in Britain. The survey shows a majority of British Jews believe there is no long-term future for Jewish life in the UK, while nearly half report not feeling welcome since October 7, 2023. This represents the largest Jewish polling sample in UK history and paints an alarming picture of a community under siege.

The poll exposes catastrophic failures in law enforcement and government protection of Jewish citizens. Only 14% of British Jews believe police do enough to protect them, while a staggering 91% say authorities fail to tackle religious extremism adequately. These numbers represent a complete breakdown of trust between Britain’s Jewish community and the institutions meant to safeguard their rights and safety.

Government Admits Jews Face Unprecedented Persecution

The UK Government’s own 2025 paper acknowledges that Jewish people experience the highest rate of religious hate crime of any group in Britain. Government data confirms Jews face 106 hate crimes per 10,000 people, forcing many to hide their identity to avoid abuse. The government admits antisemitism has become “normalised” across British society, from schools and universities to workplaces and even the NHS.

Official recognition of the crisis came too late to restore Jewish confidence in British authorities. The government paper describes protests that “crossed the line” into threats and justification of murder against Jews collectively. Despite promises of a “turning point,” 80% of British Jews rate the current government as bad for their community, with only 4% expressing approval of government actions.

Historic Jewish Community Faces Extinction in Britain

Britain’s Jewish community of approximately 280,000-300,000 people represents less than 0.5% of the population but has been integral to British society for centuries. The community historically viewed Britain as one of Europe’s safest havens, particularly after World War II. However, the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks triggered an unprecedented surge in antisemitic incidents and anti-Israel protests that fundamentally changed Jewish perceptions of safety.

Jewish institutions now operate under heavy security measures that the government acknowledges have become “part of what it means to be Jewish in Britain.” Synagogues, schools, and communal organizations depend on government grants and police cooperation just to function safely. This forced securitization represents a dramatic shift from the integrated, confident community that flourished in post-war Britain to one contemplating mass departure from their ancestral home.