🗳️ Bet on Barnsley Central Elections: Data, Insights & Tips

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Welcome to Barnsley Central's electoral battleground from a betting perspective. Whether you have used a betting site to place bets on political markets before or not, you'll gain invaluable insights into past general election results, voter turnout, and betting options. Discover how to leverage this information at top political betting sites to make informed decisions on Barnsley Central Constituency betting and general election betting..

Bet Smart on Barnsley Central Elections: Your Ultimate Guide!

📊🎲 Ready to place a bet on the Barnsley Central Elections? Dive into our guide for all you need to know about previous results and where to bet!

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Current Betting Odds

Betting odds for the constituency of Barnsley Central may not always be available, but as and when a market is active the odds will be displayed below.

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Things to Consider

When betting on local elections in Barnsley Central, consider the political climate, candidate popularity, historical voting patterns, local issues, and recent polls. Understanding these factors can provide insights into potential outcomes, guiding more informed betting decisions.

👤 Candidate Profiles: Research the backgrounds, policies, and popularity of the candidates.
📊 Historical Voting Patterns: Analyze past election results in Barnsley Central for trends.
🏘️ Local Issues: Understand the key issues affecting Barnsley Central residents.
📈 Polling Data: Look at the latest polls for insights into potential outcomes.
🌍 Political Climate: Consider the national and local political environment.
📢 Campaign Strategies: Evaluate the effectiveness of candidates' campaign strategies.
👥 Voter Turnout: Consider how Barnsley Central turnout could impact the election results.
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💬 Social Media Sentiment: Gauge public opinion and sentiment towards candidates on social media.
🤝 Endorsements: Note any significant endorsements or support from influential figures or organizations.
🎤 Debates and Public Appearances: Assess candidates' performances in debates and public appearances.
📜 Election Regulations: Be aware of any changes to election laws or voting procedures that could affect the outcome.

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Constituency Information

Barnsley Central, a constituency in South Yorkshire, has been represented by Dan Jarvis of the Labour Party in the UK Parliament since 2011.

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After the 2023 Periodic Review of Westminster constituencies, it will experience minor boundary changes and be renamed Barnsley North. The constituency is primarily urban-based, with many middle or low-income earners. The Labour Party has held it since 1983, despite a reduced majority in 2019. The seat was vacated in 2011 by Eric Illsley over an expenses controversy, after which Jarvis won a by-election.

General Election Betting

The Barnsley Central seat was created in 1983. The seat was created from the previous Barnsley and Wakefield seats.

2019 Election Results

Explore the pivotal data and highlights from Barnsley Central 2019 General Election, revealing voter trends and key outcomes that shaped the constituency.

Voting Data

Labour held the seat after Daniel Jarvis earned 40.1% of the vote
Jarvis would pick up 14,804 votes and by comparison Victoria Felton of the Brexit Party would collect 11,233.
This meant a majority of 3,571 votes and a difference of 9.7% in percentage terms.
Even though Labour would hold onto their seat, their vote share would decrease by 23.8%
The seat was keenly contested by three parties and the Conservatives would finish third, with Iftikhar Ahmed earning 7,892 votes.
The turnout for the seat was 56.5% - down 4.4% on 2017

Candidate Data	Party	Gender	Number of votes	Share (%)	Change vs. 2017 (% points)
Daniel Jarvis	Labour	Male	14,804	40.10%	-23.8
Victoria Felton	Brexit Party	Female	11,233	30.40%	0
Iftikhar Ahmed	Conservative	Male	7,892	21.40%	-2.8
Will Sapwell	Liberal Democrat	Male	1,176	3.20%	1.8
Tom Heyes	Green	Male	900	2.40%	1
Ryan Williams	The Yorkshire Party	Male	710	1.90%	0
Donald Wood	Independent	Male	188	0.50%	0

Statistics & Turnout Information

With a votes majority of 3,571 from the 36,903 cast, the majority in percentage terms was 9.7%, making Barnsley Central the 518th safest seat in the 2019 General Election.

Barnsley Central Majority Data
Votes	3,571
Percent	9.70%
Rank (1 = highest %)	518

Voter turnout for the Barnsley Central seat was at 56.5%. This figure was down 7.8% on the region as a whole and down 4.4% when compared to the same seat in 2017. From a UK-wide perspective it was down 10.8% when compared to the average turnout for 2017.

Barnsley Central Turnout Data
Constituency	56.50%
Region	64.30%
UK	67.30%
Constituency in 2017	60.90%
Size of electorate	65,277
Valid votes cast	36,903

By Election Betting and Wards

The wards within the Constituency are currently:

Central
Darton East
Darton West
Kingstone
Monk Bretton
Old Town
Royston
St Helens

How To Bet

Betting on local constituency markets during general elections offers a unique way to engage with political events. To navigate this, the best political betting sites such as Smarkets and SBK Sportsbook provide platforms tailored for such activities. Here's a concise guide to placing a bet on these markets:

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Register and Verify: Sign up on a reputable political betting site like Smarkets or SBK Sportsbook. Complete any necessary verification processes.
Deposit Funds: Add funds to your account using the available payment methods.
Find the Market: Navigate to the political betting section and locate the local constituency markets for the general election.
Research: Conduct thorough research on the constituency you wish to bet on, considering recent polls, historical outcomes, and current political climate.
Place Your Bet: Select the market, choose your bet type, and decide on the stake. Confirm your bet.
Monitor the Election: Keep an eye on election updates and news that might affect the outcome of your chosen market.

Remember, betting should be done responsibly, and it's important to be informed about the political landscape to make educated decisions.

Editorial Team and Resources

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Data Sources:

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