Question 1

What is PollCheck?

Accepted Answer

PollCheck is a comprehensive UK political polling analysis website providing latest voting intentions, Westminster seat predictions, and interactive election calculators. We track polls from major pollsters like YouGov, Find Out Now, Opinium, and More in Common, updating daily with the latest data.

Question 2

How often are polls updated?

Accepted Answer

PollCheck updates polling data daily when new polls are released by major UK pollsters. Our 7-poll moving average is recalculated automatically as new polling data becomes available, ensuring you always have access to the most current voting intention trends.

Question 3

How accurate are seat predictions?

Accepted Answer

Seat predictions are calculated using uniform national swing methodology based on current polling data. Accuracy varies depending on poll volatility and proximity to elections. Our calculators use the same methodology employed by major electoral analysis sites and are based on the latest General Election results and current polling trends.

Question 4

Which pollsters do you track?

Accepted Answer

We track polls from all major UK pollsters including YouGov, Find Out Now, Opinium, More in Common, Survation, Verian (formerly Kantar), and others. Our pollster check page provides detailed information on each pollster's methodology, sample sizes, and British Polling Council membership status.

Question 5

How do I use the seat calculator?

Accepted Answer

Our seat calculators are free and easy to use. Select a recent poll from the list, or use our custom calculator to input your own polling numbers. The calculator will automatically project Westminster seats based on uniform national swing methodology, showing you an interactive constituency map and detailed seat breakdowns.

Question 6

What is a 7-poll moving average?

Accepted Answer

A 7-poll moving average smooths out short-term fluctuations in polling data by averaging the results of the seven most recent polls. This helps identify underlying trends and reduces the impact of outliers, providing a more stable view of voting intentions over time.

Question 7

Do you cover Scottish and Welsh elections?

Accepted Answer

Yes, PollCheck provides comprehensive coverage of Scottish Parliament (Holyrood) and Welsh Senedd elections, including separate polling pages and seat calculators for both. We also cover Westminster polling specifically for Scotland and Wales, plus UK-wide polling data.

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