Newcastle (electoral district)

Newcastle is the name of multiple electoral districts in various countries. The name is often associated with the city of Newcastle upon Tyne in England, or places named after it. Specific electoral districts that have used the name "Newcastle" include:

• Newcastle, Australia: A single-member electoral district of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly. It has existed several times under different boundaries since its initial creation in 1859. It is currently represented by Tim Crakanthorp of the Australian Labor Party.

• Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom: A constituency in the House of Commons of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is located in Staffordshire, England, and takes its name from the town of Newcastle-under-Lyme.

• Historical Electoral Districts: Numerous other electoral districts bearing the name "Newcastle" have existed historically in various countries, often as state, provincial, or regional constituencies. These may have been renamed, abolished, or merged into other districts over time due to boundary redistributions and electoral reforms. Information about these historical districts can usually be found in the relevant national or regional parliamentary archives.

The usage of the name "Newcastle" for electoral districts highlights the historical and geographical significance of locations named Newcastle in the political landscapes of different nations. Information on specific electoral districts named Newcastle can be found on the websites of the relevant electoral commissions or parliamentary bodies.