Ely Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Ely's crime profile in July 2024, accounting for 31.3% of all reported crimes. This category, at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, was 30% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The area's crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents marked a significant 23.8% deficit compared to the UK's 8.4 per 1,000 benchmark, reflecting a safer environment overall. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 22.1% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson accounted for 12.9%. The summer season, with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely contributed to the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, as public spaces saw increased foot traffic and social interactions. Ely's built-up character, with a mix of historic architecture and modern amenities, may create unique dynamics where both community cohesion and occasional tensions manifest in crime statistics. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes—particularly shoplifting (26% below UK average) and vehicle crime (78% below)—suggest a relatively secure environment for personal property, possibly due to the town's smaller scale and tighter-knit community. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (250% increase month-on-month) hints at potential seasonal pressures or specific incidents requiring further analysis. The overall crime picture illustrates a balance between local factors, such as tourism-driven activity, and broader national trends, with Ely maintaining a safer profile than the UK average despite its summer-specific challenges.

July 2024 saw a 250% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 6 to 21 incidents—a stark shift that may reflect heightened activity during the summer season or specific events in the area. Bicycle theft also surged by 200%, with three reported cases compared to one in June, potentially linked to increased outdoor recreation and festivals. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 25%, dropping from 4 to 3 incidents, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. The category of other theft decreased by 25%, from 12 to 9 cases, while public order offences declined by 21.4%, from 14 to 11. These fluctuations highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts. Ely's violent crime rate remained 30% below the UK average, with 51 incidents of violence and sexual offences reported—equivalent to 2.0 per 1,000 residents. This contrast with the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 underscores the town's relative success in managing violent crime, despite its summer peak. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, however, contrasts with the UK average for this category, which was 0.6 per 1,000, indicating Ely's rate of 0.8 per 1,000 was 27% above. Such discrepancies may warrant closer attention from local authorities to identify underlying causes.

Ely's crime rate in July 2024 (6.4 per 1,000) represented a 31.4% increase compared to June's rate of 4.8 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 5 crimes per day over the month—a figure that, while modest, illustrates the ongoing presence of criminal activity. When viewed through the lens of population, this translated to one reported crime for roughly every 157 residents over the course of July, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than many comparable towns. The previous month's rate of 4.8 per 1,000 highlights a shift in crime dynamics, with the most significant increases occurring in criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, and possession of weapons. These changes, while not indicative of a widespread crisis, suggest that specific factors—such as the timing of local events or increased outdoor activity—may be influencing crime patterns. The town's population of 25,642 provides context for these figures, with the crime rate's relative stability compared to the UK average underscoring the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement strategies. However, the 31.4% month-on-month increase serves as a reminder that crime trends can shift rapidly, requiring continuous monitoring and adaptive responses from authorities.