Electoral results for the district of Gordon (New South Wales)

The electoral district of Gordon is a single-member electorate in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, located in the Upper North Shore of Sydney. This entry documents the historical results of elections held within the Gordon electorate.

History:

The Gordon electorate has generally been considered a safe seat for the centre-right Liberal Party. Historically, it has been represented by prominent figures within the Liberal Party. The boundaries of the electorate have been subject to redistribution from time to time, impacting the demographics and voting patterns within the district.

Information Included in Electoral Result Summaries:

Typical election result summaries for Gordon will include, for each election year:

• Year of Election: The specific year in which the election was held.
• Member Elected: The name of the candidate who won the election and became the Member of Parliament (MP) for Gordon.
• Political Party: The political party affiliation of the elected member.
• Primary Vote Percentage: The percentage of first preference votes received by each candidate.
• Two-Party Preferred (TPP) Result: The distribution of votes between the two major parties (typically Liberal and Labor) after the allocation of preferences. This provides a clearer picture of the overall political leaning of the electorate.
• Swing: The percentage change in the two-party preferred vote compared to the previous election. A positive swing indicates increased support for a party, while a negative swing indicates decreased support.

Data Sources:

Electoral results for Gordon are publicly available from official sources such as the New South Wales Electoral Commission (NSWEC) and parliamentary records. These sources provide detailed information about candidate performance and voter behavior in the electorate.

Significance:

Analyzing the electoral results for Gordon provides insights into the political dynamics of the Upper North Shore and the broader trends in New South Wales politics. The results can be used to understand voter preferences, identify shifts in political sentiment, and assess the performance of different political parties in the region. The consistent support for the Liberal party also makes this a significant data point when considering the broader political landscape of NSW.