One third of Brits support addition of gender neutral bathrooms alongside separate toilets

Research shows that one third of Brits are in support of adding gender neutral bathrooms alongside separate bathrooms for men and women to public spaces such as bars, restaurants and venues.

A new analysis by Boiler Central of YouGov survey data indicated that more than half the UK’s adult population (53%) think there should be gender separated bathrooms in public spaces when asked whether there should be separate toilets for men and women, gender neutral toilets, or both.

Overall, women are more positive about the introduction of gender neutral bathrooms alongside separated restrooms, with 37% showing support for the idea, compared to 29% of men.

The study shows that age influences people’s feelings on the matter, with 57% of Gen Z adults (those aged 18-24) showing support for the introduction of gender neutral public restrooms alongside separate toilets for men and women.

As age increases, support falls for the addition of gender neutral toilets, with 36% of those aged 25-49 supporting the idea, compared to 29% of those aged 50-64, and 21% of those over 65.

Gender Neutral bathrooms – All Adults identifying as male/female

Do you think public spaces should have separate toilets for men and women, gender neutral toilets, or both?	All Adults	Male	Female	18-24	25-49	50-64	65+
Separate toilets for men and women	53%	54%	52%	27%	46%	59%	73%
Gender neutral toilets as well as separate toilets for men and women	33%	29%	37%	57%	36%	29%	21%
Gender neutral toilets only	7%	9%	4%	9%	8%	7%	3%
Don’t know	5%	5%	5%	6%	7%	4%	2%
Unanswered	2%	2%	1%	1%	3%	0%	1%

Political allegiances show particular trends as well, with more than half of Labour and Green Party supporters backing the introduction of gender neutral spaces, while 75% of Brexit Party Supporters, 73% of Conservatives and 51% of Lib Dems feel that bathrooms separated by gender should be the only option.