Wakefield and Rothwell constituency
Represented by Simon Lightwood (Labour (Co-op)) since 4 July 2024. Constituency created 31 May 2024.
Boundary map
- Area
- 60.8 km²
- ONS code
- E14001560
- Boundary source
- ONS Open Geography Portal (July 2024 BSC)
- Centre
- 53.6990, -1.4869
Current MP
Simon LightwoodLab
Postcode areas covering this constituency
Outcodes can span several constituencies; Parliament’s Find Your MP resolves a full postcode exactly.
Election results
| Election | Date | Result | Majority | Electorate | Turnout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 General Election | 4 July 2024 | Lab Gain · Labour | 9,346 | 75,067 | 54.2% |
Historic MPs
No previous MPs for this constituency within the dataset’s seven year window.
Boundary changes: the current boundaries are the July 2024 ONS BSC set. This constituency exists from 31 May 2024.