Ely Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw Ely's overall crime rate remain significantly lower than the UK average, with 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents — 39.7% below the national figure of 7.3. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.1%) and criminal damage and arson (12.4%). These patterns align with seasonal factors, as the month brought extended darkness and high-traffic periods like Black Friday, which may have influenced both violent and property crime trends. While anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, its rate was 6% below the UK average, suggesting localised efforts may be mitigating some risks. Violent crime in Ely was 38% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national context where such offences typically dominate. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (37% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (50% below) indicate that Ely's compact, historic town layout — with limited retail zones and car-centric infrastructure — may naturally deter these crimes. However, the seasonal context of November, with its short days and concentrated shopping events, likely contributed to spikes in certain categories, particularly as the data will be revisited in December to assess whether these trends persist.

November 2025 marked a sharp rise in vehicle crime, which surged by 150% from October (2 to 5 incidents), potentially linked to increased Black Friday shopping traffic. Burglary also doubled (1 to 2 cases), a concerning jump that may reflect seasonal patterns of home occupancy during holidays. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 16.7% (12 to 14), exacerbated by the proximity of Bonfire Night, which often sees spikes in pyrotechnic-related incidents. In contrast, other crime categories saw notable declines: other crime fell by 85.7% (7 to 1) and possession of weapons dropped by 66.7% (3 to 1), indicating that local enforcement or community initiatives may be having a measurable impact. The data also reveals Ely's violent crime rate (1.6 per 1,000) remains 38% below the UK average, a disparity that may stem from the town's smaller population and lower density compared to urban centres. Residents should be particularly vigilant about vehicle security during high-traffic periods, as the 150% increase in vehicle crime highlights a specific vulnerability in the area's infrastructure.

Ely's November 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 21.9% decline from October's 5.7, a reduction that translates to roughly one reported crime occurring for every 227 residents over the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak activity periods. When compared to the UK average, Ely's overall safety remains strikingly evident: its crime rate is nearly half the national figure, a gap that persists across multiple categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour in Ely (1.0 per 1,000) is 6% below the UK average, while shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) is 37% lower. This comparative advantage may be attributed to Ely's smaller, more tightly knit community structure, which can foster quicker police response times and stronger social cohesion. However, the rise in vehicle crime and burglary highlights the importance of targeted measures in specific areas. For residents, the monthly exposure figure — one crime for every 227 people — offers a tangible sense of risk, though it remains markedly lower than the UK's average of 1-in-137 residents. The interplay between local demographics and broader national trends suggests that Ely's unique characteristics continue to shape its crime profile in distinct ways.