Blackburn West — UK General Election Results
Blackburn West was won by Conservative at the 1951 general election, with a majority of 2,701 votes over Labour. This page covers every general election in Blackburn West from 1950 to 1951.
Full Election History, 1950–1951
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Ralph Assheton (Conservative) | 19,329 | 52.6% | Lewis John Edwards (Labour) | 1,879 (5.1 pts) | 89.6% |
| 1951 | Ralph Assheton (Conservative) | 19,695 | 53.7% | Rowland William Casasola (Labour) | 2,701 (7.4 pts) | 88.9% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1950
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Assheton | Conservative | 19,329 | 52.6% | Yes |
| Lewis John Edwards | Labour | 17,450 | 47.4% | No |
1951
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Assheton | Conservative | 19,695 | 53.7% | Yes |
| Rowland William Casasola | Labour | 16,994 | 46.3% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Trend
Blackburn West has been contested at 2 general elections on record since 1950. Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Conservative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Blackburn West in the 1951 general election?
Conservative won Blackburn West in 1951 with 19,695 votes (53.7%), a majority of 2,701 votes over Labour in second place.
Which parties have won Blackburn West since 1950?
Since 1950, Blackburn West has been won by: Conservative.
What was the closest result in Blackburn West?
The closest result on record for Blackburn West was 1950, when Conservative beat Labour by just 1,879 votes (5.1 percentage points).