Melksham and Devizes — UK General Election Results
Melksham and Devizes was won by Liberal Democrat at the 2024 general election, with a majority of 2,401 votes over Conservative. This page covers the 2024 general election, the only one on record for Melksham and Devizes under this name.
Full Election History, 2024–2024
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat) | 20,031 | 39.1% | Michelle Donelan (Conservative) | 2,401 (4.7 pts) | 70.0% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
2024
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Mathew | Liberal Democrat | 20,031 | 39.1% | Yes |
| Michelle Donelan | Conservative | 17,630 | 34.4% | No |
| Malcolm Cupis | Reform UK | 6,726 | 13.1% | No |
| Kerry Postlewhite | Labour | 4,587 | 9.0% | No |
| Catherine Read | Green | 2,229 | 4.4% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Not enough contested elections of data yet to chart a trend.
Trend
Melksham and Devizes has been contested at 1 general election on record (2024). Parties that have won a seat here over that span: Liberal Democrat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Melksham and Devizes in the 2024 general election?
Liberal Democrat won Melksham and Devizes in 2024 with 20,031 votes (39.1%), a majority of 2,401 votes over Conservative in second place.
Which parties have won Melksham and Devizes since 2024?
Since 2024, Melksham and Devizes has been won by: Liberal Democrat.
What was the closest result in Melksham and Devizes?
The closest result on record for Melksham and Devizes was 2024, when Liberal Democrat beat Conservative by just 2,401 votes (4.7 percentage points).