Ely Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ely's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, 33.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places Ely among the safer built-up areas in England. increase from the previous month. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.2% of total crimes (50 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (26.8%, 37 cases). These figures align with Ely's character as a historic market town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to the relatively low violent crime rate. Seasonal factors likely played a role in the June data, as the start of summer and the beginning of tourist activity in nearby rural areas may have influenced patterns of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained well below the UK average (64% and 73% below, respectively), the increase in public order incidents suggests a need to monitor local events or environmental changes that could amplify such behaviour. Ely's crime profile reflects a balance between the low crime rates typical of smaller towns and the occasional spikes associated with seasonal transitions.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in June 2025 was the 250% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in 'other crime' and a 120% increase in 'other theft' cases, suggests a notable shift in the crime mix. Public order offences, which include disorderly conduct and anti-social behaviour, now account for 5.1% of total crimes in Ely—significantly below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 11.1% (from 9 to 8 cases), though Ely's rate for this category remains 52% below the UK average. The 36.2% share of violent crimes in Ely (50 cases) is 30% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, reflecting a lower proportion of violent crime than the national trend. These figures highlight Ely's distinct profile compared to the UK, with property crimes and public order issues showing contrasting trajectories.

Ely's crime rate in June 2025 rose to 5.4 per 1,000 residents, a 35.2% increase from the previous month's 4.0 per 1,000. This translates to approximately five crimes reported daily, a figure that remains significantly lower than the UK average but shows a marked upward trend. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 186 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Ely's crime rate is 33.3% below the UK average, highlighting its status as a safer built-up area within East Cambridgeshire. However, the month-on-month rise suggests a need to monitor local factors such as seasonal activity or community dynamics that may influence crime patterns. The daily crime context provides a tangible measure for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering a crime in Ely remains low.