1983 Horsham District Council election

The 1983 Horsham District Council election took place on 5 May 1983 to elect members of Horsham District Council in England. It was held on the same day as other local elections. The Conservatives retained control of the council with 35 seats, a majority of 14, Independent candidates won 5 seats and the SDP–Liberal Alliance won 2.

Council Composition
Prior to the election, the composition of the council was:

After the election, the composition of the council was:

Henfield
Jones K. was elected in Henfield as a Residents' association member in 1979, when this seat was last contested. The change of his vote share has been included.