South Reading — UK General Election Results
South Reading was won by Labour at the 1951 general election, with a majority of 1,009 votes over Conservative. This page covers every general election in South Reading from 1950 to 1951.
Full Election History, 1950–1951
| Election | Elected | Votes | Vote Share | Runner-up | Majority | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Ian Mikardo (Labour) | 17,704 | 48.7% | David Cornelis Rissik (Conservative) | 2,254 (6.2 pts) | 88.1% |
| 1951 | Ian Mikardo (Labour) | 18,570 | 51.4% | Harold Pryce (Conservative) | 1,009 (2.8 pts) | 86.7% |
Full Result Breakdown by Election
1950
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Mikardo | Labour | 17,704 | 48.7% | Yes |
| David Cornelis Rissik | Conservative | 15,450 | 42.5% | No |
| Gerald Laurence Opperman | Liberal | 3,225 | 8.9% | No |
1951
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Mikardo | Labour | 18,570 | 51.4% | Yes |
| Harold Pryce | Conservative | 17,561 | 48.6% | No |
Margin Over Time
Winning margin (percentage points) at each election, coloured by the winning party.
Trend
South Reading 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 South Reading in the 1951 general election?
Labour won South Reading in 1951 with 18,570 votes (51.4%), a majority of 1,009 votes over Conservative in second place.
Which parties have won South Reading since 1950?
Since 1950, South Reading has been won by: Labour.
What was the closest result in South Reading?
The closest result on record for South Reading was 1951, when Labour beat Conservative by just 1,009 votes (2.8 percentage points).