The 1983 Horsham District Council election took place on 5 May 1983 to elect members of Horsham District Council in England.

[1] 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.

Prior to the election, the composition of the council was: After the election, the composition of the council was: 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.