Rupert Woodford

 made his only appearance on 14 November 1997. He is portrayed by an uncredited actor.

Storylines
Rupert is one of Ian Beale and [Melanie Thomas's opponent in the election for a seat on Walford Council. Melanie won the seat and later annoyed Ian by approving Alex Healy's application for a shelter for homeless people in Bridge Street, called Bridge House, which Ian was strongly opposed to.