Bridgend: 1983 general election result
The Conservatives won Bridgend at the 1983 general election with a majority of 1,327. Full result by party, turnout and change since the last election.
- Winner
- ConservativeConservative
- Majority
- 1,3273.2% of valid votes
- Turnout
- 76.0%41,515 valid votes
- Electorate
- 54,607
| Party | Votes | Share | Share bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative Won | 15,950 | 38.4% | |
| Labour | 14,623 | 35.2% | |
| SDP–Liberal Alliance | 9,630 | 23.2% | |
| Plaid Cymru | 1,312 | 3.2% | |
| Valid votes | 41,515 | ||
| Majority | 1,327 | 3.2% | |
Questions and answers
Who won Bridgend at the 1983 general election?
The Conservative candidate won with 15,950 votes (38.4%).
What was the majority in Bridgend in 1983?
1,327 votes (3.2% of valid votes) over the Labour.
What was the turnout in Bridgend in 1983?
76.0% of the 54,607 registered electors cast a valid vote (41,515 votes).
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