Local elections 2026: Croydon borough
The borough with the highest population in London, Croydon's borough council is up for election on 7 May.
www.bbc.co.ukHere’s a concise update on Croydon Council elections in 2026.
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What’s happening: Croydon’s local council elections took place on May 7, 2026, alongside the mayoral vote for Croydon. The results determined who would control the 70 council seats and who would serve as mayor for the next term. [BBC coverage and local outlets summarize the outcome and the political context as the borough’s council faced ongoing financial scrutiny and governance challenges.][1][7]
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Expected dynamics: The race was widely viewed as a contest primarily between the Conservative and Labour parties, with the possibility of no overall control on the council, given Croydon’s history of shifting majorities and fractured local politics. [BBC analysis and London local election coverage discuss this dynamic.][2][4][1]
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Mayoral context: The mayoral election in Croydon continued to attract attention, with the incumbent Conservative mayor Jason Perry seeking reelection against strong Labour and other-party challenges. The outcome would influence how the council’s actions are coordinated with executive leadership. [BBC overview and mayoral-focused sources discuss the race and implications.][3][1]
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Where to check results: For the most precise, ward-by-ward results and post-election composition, consult official Croydon Council pages and reputable outlets’ election roundups. Examples include the Croydon Council elections page and major UK outlets’ live results sections. [Croydon Council page on elections; BBC live coverage.][6][7]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official results and summarize the final council composition, seat changes by party, and the winner in the mayoral race. I can also provide a quick map of which wards flipped or stayed with which party.