2013 Lower Hutt mayoral election

The 2013 Lower Hutt mayoral election was part of the wider 2013 New Zealand local elections. The elections were held for the role of Mayor of Lower Hutt plus other local government positions including twelve city councillors, also elected triennially. The polling was conducted using the standard first-past-the-post electoral method.

Background
The incumbent Mayor, Ray Wallace, stood for a second term. He was opposed by property developer Phil "Stratty" Stratford.

Ward results
Twelve candidates were also elected from wards to the Hutt City Council.