Local election results for Hindley
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| James ECCLES-CHURTON | Labour | 1191 | Elected |
| Jim ELLIS | Community Action Party | 1142 | |
| William WINSTANLEY | Conservative | 289 |
Contested seats: 1
Electorate: 9875
Spoilt ballot papers: 9
Turnout: 26.64%