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Local Elections 2026
Results in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen
These are the local election records for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen (Rossendale and Darwen) on 7 May 2026.
Council-wide result
Blackburn with Darwen Council
Seat totals across the whole council, not ward-level candidate votes.
Declared17 of 17 seats declared
117.6%
100.0%
52.9%
29.4%
Labour 20 (117.6%)(-11)Independent 17 (100.0%)(+6)Reform UK 9 (52.9%)(+9)Conservative 5 (29.4%)(-4)
Current councillors in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen
Daniel Matchett was elected in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen.
2,343 valid candidate votes were recorded across 3 candidates.
Turnout was 39.9%.
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3 candidates across 3 parties| Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Election date | 7 May 2026 |
| Seats contested | 1 |
| Candidates | 3 |
| Parties on ballot | 3 |
| Vote totals | Imported |
| Valid votes | 2,343 |
| Turnout | 39.9% |