The BBC should take more risks when producing new programmes if it is to reconnect with viewers and listeners on lower incomes, according to new audience research published today by Ofcom. In recent years, our research has shown that people in lower socio-economic groups – who account for almost a quarter of the UK population – are less satisfied with the BBC.
Since taking on regulation of the BBC, our research has consistently shown that satisfaction levels are lower amongst audiences in what are traditionally called socio-economic groups D and E.
Data collected from industry by Ofcom, data from Ofcom’s consumer research, and headline figures from selected third parties (including television and radio audience data from BARB and RAJAR).
In accordance with the conditions for pre-release access to Official Statistics set out in the DCMS statement of compliance, named officials can receive privileged early access to Official Statistics.
