The election was fought in new wards, as the recommendations by the Boundary Commission had been accepted by Scottish Ministers.

This election was most notable for returning 10 Conservative councillors: the party's first representation on the council since 1995.

[1] After the 2017 election, the Independent, Liberal Democrat and Labour groups formed a coalition administration.

The net gain/loss and percentage changes relate to the result of the previous Scottish local elections on 3 May 2012.

This may differ from other published sources showing gain/loss relative to seats held at dissolution of Scotland's councils.