Local election results for Leigh East
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keith CUNLIFFE | Labour Party | 1353 | Elected |
| James Falle GEDDES | The Conservative Party Candidate | 584 | |
| Trevor BARTON | Independent | 473 | |
| James Edward MORLEY | Leigh, Atherton & Tyldesley Together | 249 | |
| Lewis David PARKIN | Liberal Democrats | 69 |
Contested seats: 1
Electorate: 9368
Spoilt ballot papers: 23
Turnout: 29.37%