2025 Level Playing Field Annual Fan Survey launched

The RFL is again urging disabled supporters to register their views in the 2025 Level Playing Field Annual Fan Survey.

Level Playing Field was founded in 1998 as a charity to represent the views of disabled supporters across all sport in England, Scotland and Wales, and has worked with the RFL and a number of member clubs in recent years – notably Leeds Rhinos and Wigan Warriors.

Ben Abberstein, the RFL’s Senior EDI Partner, said:

“Rugby League is proud to be an inclusive sport, and the Level Playing Field Annual Fan Survey is a unique opportunity for us to work with our clubs in ensuring that the views of disabled supporters are heard.”

The survey is open now for four weeks, closing on Monday August 25 – click here to register your views.

Last year’s survey received a record number of responses, with results including the most common barriers to attending and services which would improve disabled supporters’ experiences. 

This year, there is a more focused look at accessible parking, while other data will be compared to previous surveys to track ongoing trends. Disabled fans who have taken part in previous surveys are therefore encouraged to do the same this year, to help the charity monitor any areas of evolution or stagnation. 

Overall results are shared publicly each year, as well as with clubs and governing bodies. Clubs also receive individual reports, with a more detailed breakdown of their specific areas of improvement and weakness alongside wider trends. 

Data collected also heavily informs Level Playing Field’s own activity, with the results proving instrumental in identifying which areas require closer, or more urgent attention. 

Level Playing Field chief executive, Owain Davies, said: “The results of our surveys are vital in providing us with undeniable data, to back up what disabled fans are telling us each week, which we can then use effectively to push for change. 

“The data can also show us when individual considerations could be having a wider impact than previously anticipated and highlight areas which need action. 

“Many clubs and governing bodies view their individual results as important resources to pinpoint concerns they need to address and track the positive impact of their developments. 

“Our more targeted look at parking this year comes in response to the results of our previous surveys, with the aim to find out more on a subject which evidently impacts so many disabled supporters. 

“We are thankful to all disabled fans who have completed our surveys in recent years and ask them to invite their fellow supporters to take part with them this year.”