Ely Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ely’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 64% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (30% of total), public order issues (23%), and anti-social behaviour (17%). These figures align with Ely’s character as a historic market town with a strong community presence, where public spaces are often well-used but not overcrowded. The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and the transition to spring, likely influenced patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions, which may have contributed to the prominence of public order offences. While violent crime remains a concern, its rate of 0.8 per 1,000 is 69% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement and policing—play a role in mitigating more severe incidents. The lower rates of property crimes, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 78–79% below the UK average, may reflect the area’s smaller retail footprint and reduced traffic congestion compared to larger urban centres. This data underscores Ely’s position as a low-crime area within a region where crime rates are generally higher, offering reassurance to residents while highlighting the need for continued vigilance in managing public order challenges.

April 2023 saw a significant drop in violence and sexual offences, falling by 53.3% compared to March (from 45 to 21 incidents). This decline may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the Easter holidays reducing opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents in public spaces. Conversely, public order offences increased by 33.3% (12 to 16), likely tied to the influx of visitors during Easter and the start of spring, which could have heightened activity in town centres. Shoplifting and vehicle crime both decreased by 66.7%, from 9 to 3 incidents each, reflecting reduced foot traffic during Easter or improved retail security measures. 'other crime'—a category encompassing less common offences—rose by 100%, jumping from 0 to 3 incidents. While this category’s exact nature remains unspecified, its sudden emergence suggests the need for further scrutiny of underreported or niche criminal activities. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average, still accounted for the largest share of crimes, indicating that targeted interventions in this area may require continued focus.

Ely’s crime rate in April 2023 (2.7 per 1,000) marked a 40.7% decrease from March’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a significant improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly two crimes reported per day—a figure that, while not negligible, is markedly lower than the UK average when scaled to Ely’s population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 366 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rarity of criminal incidents within the area. When compared to the UK average, Ely’s residents face a crime risk that is 64% lower, a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining order. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the presence of public order and violent crimes, the overall likelihood of encountering crime in Ely remains low relative to other parts of the country. This comparison highlights the area’s success in balancing urban characteristics with rural tranquillity, offering a model for other towns seeking to reduce crime without compromising on economic or social activity.