Drinkaware released findings indicating that 1.8% of adults believed their drink had been spiked during the previous twelve months. Among respondents reporting that experience, 23% had contacted police.
Why this matters
YouGov surveyed 7,256 people aged 18 to 85 during June 2025. Results were weighted by age, gender, social grade and region. Difficulty remembering events and doubts about receiving a meaningful response were among the reported obstacles to contacting police.
Context matters
The estimate approaching one million adults is an extrapolation from survey answers, rather than a register of verified incidents. The published methodology helps readers understand the scope and limitations of the findings.
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