Lerwick Town Council Election May 1962
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| | Labour | 1,248 | Elected |
| James Paton | Labour | 1,028 | Elected |
| | Labour | 994 | Elected |
| | Independent | 889 | Elected |
| | Labour | 861 | Elected |
| | Independent | 769 | Not elected |
| John Johnston | Labour | 767 | Not elected |
| Ronald K. Conochie | Independent | 552 | Not elected |
| Joseph B. A. Sutherland | Independent | 516 | Not elected |