 Matthew Skinner and Abel Kettleby received the most votes, from many householders, but James Brudenell and Charles Colyear (Viscount Milsington) were declared elected for winning the most support from corporation members.Under the Reform Act 1832 the electorate was expanded by allowing householders, whose property was valued at £10 or more, to vote.There were 246 registered electors in 1832.