Blackburn East — UK General Election Results
Blackburn East was won by Labour at the 1951 general election, with a majority of 2,632 votes over Conservative. This page covers every general election in Blackburn East from 1950 to 1951.
Full Election History, 1950–1951
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Barbara Anne Castle (Labour) | 19,480 | 52.8% | John Anthony Leavey (Conservative) | 4,818 (13.1 pts) | 89.1% |
| 1951 | Barbara Anne Castle (Labour) | 19,661 | 53.6% | John Anthony Leavey (Conservative) | 2,632 (7.2 pts) | 88.8% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1950
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Anne Castle | Labour | 19,480 | 52.8% | Yes |
| John Anthony Leavey | Conservative | 14,662 | 39.8% | No |
| Harry Hague | Liberal | 2,743 | 7.4% | No |
1951
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Anne Castle | Labour | 19,661 | 53.6% | Yes |
| John Anthony Leavey | Conservative | 17,029 | 46.4% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Trend
Blackburn East has been contested at 2 general elections on record since 1950. Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Labour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Blackburn East in the 1951 general election?
Labour won Blackburn East in 1951 with 19,661 votes (53.6%), a majority of 2,632 votes over Conservative in second place.
Which parties have won Blackburn East since 1950?
Since 1950, Blackburn East has been won by: Labour.
What was the closest result in Blackburn East?
The closest result on record for Blackburn East was 1951, when Labour beat Conservative by just 2,632 votes (7.2 percentage points).