Aldershot

Aldershot is an electoral constituency in Hampshire County, South East England, covering both urban residential areas and surrounding rural land used for military training. The district blends suburban neighborhoods with open spaces that have long served military purposes.

The constituency was established in December 1918 and has undergone multiple boundary changes, including the addition of Farnborough and parts of Yateley. These modifications reflected population growth and the expanding role of military facilities in the region.

The constituency's political orientation shifted in 2024 when Alex Baker secured the first Labour Party victory since the district's creation.

The area has direct rail connections to London, making it easy for residents to access parliamentary services and stay engaged with national affairs. Public transport links help constituents participate actively in political life.

In the 2016 EU referendum, voters in the area showed 57.9 percent support for leaving the European Union, a result that differed noticeably from neighboring South East constituencies. This voting pattern reflected particular political preferences distinct from surrounding districts.

Location: South East England

Inception: December 14, 1918

GPS coordinates: 51.27400,-0.75600

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29