The vote_type dataset in a long format allows for the analysis of vote types (ordinary, special - NZ,
special - overseas) by their validity (valid, informal, disallowed) and Electorate and Ballot type.
Useful for understanding the distribution of different types of votes.
For usage guidance, see the Vote Type article.
Detailed explanation of voting types in 'Vote Types' section of
NZ Elections Explained.
Format
A data frame with 11,136 rows and 6 variables:
- Election
Year of election (1996--2023).
- Ballot
Type of ballot (Candidate, Party).
- Electorate
Electorate name (e.g., Auckland Central).
- Validity
Validity of the vote (Valid, Informal, Disallowed).
- Method
Method of voting (Ordinary, Special - NZ, Special - Overseas).
- Votes
Total number of votes cast.
Source
Sourced from the NZ Electoral Commission's official results, available at https://www.electionresults.govt.nz/.