🗳️ Bet on Dagenham and Rainham Elections: Data, Insights & Tips

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Welcome to Dagenham and Rainham'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 Dagenham and Rainham Constituency betting and general election betting..

Bet Smart on Dagenham and Rainham Elections: Your Ultimate Guide!

📊🎲 Ready to place a bet on the Dagenham and Rainham 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 Dagenham and Rainham 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 Dagenham and Rainham, 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 Dagenham and Rainham for trends.
🏘️ Local Issues: Understand the key issues affecting Dagenham and Rainham 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 Dagenham and Rainham turnout could impact the election results.
💸 Bookmakers' Odds: Compare odds from different political betting sites for value.
💬 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.

Constituency Information

Jon Cruddas of the Labour Party has represented the Dagenham and Rainham constituency in the UK Parliament since its creation in 2010.

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This constituency spans parts of the London Boroughs of Barking and Dagenham, and Havering. Following the 2023 Parliamentary Constituencies Order, based on the 2020 ward boundaries, changes include moving Chadwell Heath to Ilford South and adjusting boundaries with neighboring constituencies. Historically part of Romford and represented by Labour since 1945, Cruddas secured the seat in 2010, 2015, and narrowly in 2019. Redrawn electoral wards in 2022 no longer match the constituency's boundaries exactly.

Dagenham & Rainham: A Decade of Labour Resilience

🗳️ Jon Cruddas keeps Dagenham & Rainham red since 2010! 📍Changes ahead with ward adjustments. A diverse constituency with a rich #LabourHistory, narrowly holding in 2019. 🇬🇧

General Election Betting

The Dagenham and Rainham seat was created from Dagenham, Hornchurch and Barking in 2010. As of 2010, the Electorate was measured at 70,187.

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2019 Election Results

Explore the pivotal data and highlights from Dagenham and Rainham's 2019 General Election, revealing voter trends and key outcomes that shaped the constituency.

Voting Data

Labour would manage to hold onto the seat after Jon Cruddas collected 19,468 votes
Cruddas would win with a majority of 293 at the expense of the Conservative's Damian White
With a majority of 293, it equated to 0.7% of the total vote. This also meant it was the ninth smallest majority of the 2019 General Election.
Labour would lose 5.6% worth of vote share when compared to the previous election. The Conservatives gained 3.9%
The Brexit Party finished a considerable distance behind both parties in third, as Tom Bewick picked up 2,887 votes.
The turnout for the seat was 61.6% - down 3.3% on 2017

Candidate Data	Party	Gender	Number of votes	Share (%)	Change vs. 2017 (% points)
Jon Cruddas	Labour	Male	19,468	44.50%	-5.6
Damian White	Conservative	Male	19,175	43.80%	3.9
Tom Bewick	Brexit Party	Male	2,887	6.60%	0
Sam Fisk	Liberal Democrat	Male	1,182	2.70%	1.7
Azzees Minott	Green	Female	602	1.40%	0.2
Ron Emin	Independent	Male	212	0.50%	0
Terry London	Independent	Male	209	0.50%	0

Statistics & Turnout Information

Commentary

With a votes majority of 293 from the 43,735 cast, the majority in percentage terms was 0.7%, making Dagenham and Rainham the ninth closest run constituency in the 2019 election.

Dagenham and Rainham Majority Data
Votes	293
Percent	0.70%
Rank (1 = highest %)	642

Voter turnout for the Dagenham and Rainham seat was at 61.6%. This figure was down 5.9% on the region as a whole and down 3.3% when compared to the same seat in 2017. From a UK-wide perspective it was down 5.7% on the average turnout for 2019.

Dagenham and Rainham Turnout Data
Constituency	61.60%
Region	67.50%
UK	67.30%
Constituency in 2017	64.90%
Size of electorate	71,045
Valid votes cast	43,735

By Election Betting and Wards

The wards within the Constituency are currently:

Alibon
Beam
Beam Park
Chadwell Heath
Eastbrook & Rush Green
Elm Park
Goresbrook
Hacton
Heath
Parsloes
Rainham & Wennington
Rush Green & Crowlands
South Hornchurch
Valence
Village
Whalebone

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:

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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