Local election results for Wigan Central
| Candidate | Party | Votes obtained | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim DAVIES | Conservative | 1406 | Elected |
| John BALL | Labour | 1050 | |
| Martin SUTTON | Liberal Democrats | 300 | |
| Ronnie BARNES | Community Action Party | 218 | |
| Gary Charles CHADWICK | British National Party | 199 |
Contested seats: 1
Electorate: 9189
Spoilt ballot papers: 9
Turnout: 34.63%