Labour has maintained control of Redbridge Council in the 2026 local elections, despite suffering a significant reduction in its majority by losing 11 seats. The party now holds 43 out of 63 seats, securing an overall majority, but the outcome signals a notable shift in the borough's political landscape.
Key Gains and Losses
Independents emerged as the biggest winners of the night, gaining five additional seats to finish with a total of nine. The Green Party also made substantial progress, winning five seats after previously holding none. Reform UK secured its first-ever seat on the council. The Conservatives held steady with five seats, recording no change from the previous election.
Full Results Breakdown
All 63 seats on Redbridge Council were up for election, with each ward represented by either two or three councillors. The wards contested included Aldborough, Barkingside, Bridge, Chadwell, Churchfields, Clayhall, Clementswood, Cranbrook, Fairlop, Fullwell, Goodmayes, Hainault, Ilford Town, Loxford, Mayfield, Monkhams, Newbury, Seven Kings, South Woodford, Valentines, Wanstead Park, and Wanstead Village.
Ward-by-Ward Results
Below is the complete list of results for every seat up for election in Redbridge. Voters could select their ward from the drop-down list to view specific outcomes.
- Goodmayes: Three Labour councillors were elected.
- Other wards: Detailed results are available for each ward, showing the number of seats won by each party.
The election results reflect a changing political dynamic in Redbridge, with smaller parties and independents gaining ground against the dominant Labour group.
