Voting and democracy
Thurrock is made up of 20 electoral wards.
There are 49 councillors. Residents elect either 2 or 3 councillors per ward to represent them, depending on the size of population in their ward. Councillors are elected to serve for 4 years, after which a new election must be held.
We publish information about previous and upcoming elections, including how to stand as a candidate.
The Electoral Commission is the independent elections watchdog and regulator of party and election finance. They provide information about the voting process.
Voter turnout for general elections – Thurrock constituency
| Year | Voter turnout as a percentage of the eligible electorate | Total turnout |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 59.8% | 47,467 |
| 2017 | 64.5% | 50,422 |
| 2015 | 64.1% | 49,690 |
| 2010 | 59.1% | 45,692 |
| 2005 | 54.0% | 43,692 |
Voter turnout for local elections
| Year | Voter turnout as a percentage of the eligible electorate |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 26.09% |
| 2021 | 27.33% |
| 2019 | 26.88% |
| 2018 | 29.92% |
| 2016 | 31.23% |
| 2015 | 63.21% |
| 2014 | 35.05% |
| 2012 | 27.15% |
| 2011 | 35.41% |
| 2010 | 60.09% |
The local elections took place at the same time as the general elections in 2015 and 2010.