Suan Dusit Poll revealed the third survey results for the 2026 Bangkok Governor election, with 'Chadchart' leading by a wide margin over his rivals, followed by 'Jo Chaiwat', while many remain undecided. Meanwhile, Bangkok's council candidate voters tend to prefer independent candidates, who rank first.
On 14 June 2026, Suan Dusit Poll of Suan Dusit University published the opinion survey of Bangkok residents eligible to vote regarding the "18th Bangkok Governor Election (third round)". The sample included 2,029 respondents (surveyed online and in the field) between 9-12 June 2026. The summary results are as follows.
Who do Bangkok residents want to be the next Governor of Bangkok?
Which party do Bangkok residents think they will vote for in the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) elections?
Dr. Pornpan Buathong, Chairperson of Suan Dusit Poll, stated: The three previous poll results reflect that Bangkok residents still prioritize individuals, with the original support bases of the former Move Forward Party and the People's Party partly not yet fully transferring their support to Mr. Chaiwat. This shows that party popularity does not automatically translate into support for candidates, and acceptance of the candidate remains a crucial factor in Bangkok voters' decision-making.
Meanwhile, Dr. Ngamphawan Esmanuek, Dean of the School of Law and Politics at Suan Dusit University, explained that the survey results indicate Bangkok residents clearly continue to focus on "performance and the individual" over party politics. Mr. Chadchart received strong support at 60.08%, significantly ahead of the second-ranked candidate. This demonstrates sustained high confidence in city management. More interesting than the numbers is the political base shift reflecting a trend toward "performance-based politics" rather than allegiance to ideology or party alone, with voters from diverse political backgrounds ready to support candidates who prove their effectiveness.
At the same time, the People's Party maintains strength as an alternative force among urban voters, especially young people and those seeking structural change. However, the high popularity of independent candidates for both governor and council seats reflects that Bangkok residents are signaling that leadership quality and problem-solving ability outweigh party branding. From a political science perspective, this poll points to Bangkok politics moving toward an era where voters judge politicians by tangible achievements rather than emotional appeal, which may be a key direction for future Thai voter behavior.