The Moderates made numerous gains, and tied the Progressive Party in seats on the council.

[1] The Moderates argued that the Progressives had delayed in making improvements, and that measures should be taken to increase home ownership rates, rather than constructing council housing.

[2] The Earl of Onslow, a prominent figure in the Conservative Party, was expected to stand for the Moderates in Islington South, but he was disqualified as his nomination papers were not received in time.

Although the result was a tie, the Progressives held the majority of aldermanic seats on the council, and thus were able to retain control of it.

[5] The Daily Chronicle argued that the poor result for the Progressives was due to apathy among workers, and that their vote had held steady among the middle class.