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It was the first election to take place in the constituency following the passing of the Great Reform Act in 1832. At this election, the Whigs won the seat with a majority of 115.

William Leader Maberly was elected as the member of parliament for Chatham.

Result

The following result was declared by the returning officer:

Candidate		Votes	%
	Maberly William Leader William Leader Maberly Whig	363	59.4
	Perry Thomas Erskine Thomas Erskine Perry Radical	248	40.6
	Majority	115	18.8
	Turnout	611	90.3
	Whig win (new constituency)

To order the candidates by name or number of votes received, click on the appropriate column heading.

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