Mayor of Croydon and Croydon Council elections
On Thursday 7 May 2026, residents in Croydon will be voting for:
- a Mayor of Croydon
- 70 ward councillors to Croydon Council
Voters will receive two ballot papers, a white ballot paper for the Mayor of Croydon election and a yellow ballot paper for the ward councillor election.
Voters will be able to vote for one candidate only for the Mayor of Croydon. Find out more about the role and responsibilities of the Executive Mayor.
Voters will be able to vote for between one and three candidates in the council elections depending on the ward they live in.
Read more about the election of Councillors.