Local election results for Atherton
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Alec BRADBURY | Independent | 1517 | Elected |
| David Paul WELCH | Labour | 1271 | |
| Vivienne Irene Joan LEE | The Conservative Party Candidate | 437 | |
| Stephen Michael HALL | Green Socialists For Investment Not Cuts | 320 |
Contested seats: 1
Electorate: 11024
Spoilt ballot papers: 17
Turnout: 32.31%