Local election results for Atherleigh
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan LOUDON | Labour Party Candidate | 1219 | Elected |
| Mark ALDRED | Labour Party Candidate | 1214 | Elected |
| Anne TURNOCK | Labour Party Candidate | 1207 | Elected |
| Francis Joseph MYLER | The Community Action Party Candidate | 683 | |
| Patricia Mary MYLER | The Community Action Party Candidate | 680 | |
| Ann DAVIES | The Conservative Party Candidate | 584 | |
| Gladys WILKES | The Community Action Party Candidate | 442 |
Contested seats: 3
Electorate: 7471
Spoilt ballot papers: 33
Turnout: 27.05%