Local election results for Atherleigh
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark ALDRED | Labour Party | 821 | Elected |
| Kevin John LEE | Independent Network | 547 | |
| Mary Therese LAVELLE | UK Independence Party (UKIP) | 354 | |
| Paul Lambert FAIRHURST | The Conservative Party Candidate | 211 | |
| Susan Ann DAVIES | Leigh, Atherton & Tyldesley Together | 135 |
Contested seats: 1
Electorate: 8368
Spoilt ballot papers: 6
Turnout: 24.78%