Frequently Asked Questions — Coleman Street Ward

Who won the Coleman Street ward election in 2026?

Independent held Coleman Street ward at the 5 February 2026 Local Election. Independent won with a majority of 43 votes (13.8%). Turnout was 51.9%.

Which council does Coleman Street ward elect to?

Coleman Street is a ward within City of London. Councillors elected here sit on City of London Council, responsible for local services including planning, housing, social care, and waste collection. At this election 51.9% of eligible voters cast a ballot — local elections typically attract 25–40% turnout nationally.

What does swing mean in UK elections?

Swing measures how much support has shifted between two parties compared to a previous election. The Butler swing formula — used in British election reporting since the 1950s — takes the average of the gain in the winner's vote share and the loss in the runner-up's. A 5% swing is considered large at ward level; anything above 10% is exceptional. The swing figure for Coleman Street in 2026 is shown in the statistics above.