How deprived is Ely North?

Deprivation score 3/10 (rank 26079 of 32844 in country).

How safe is Ely North?

Crime level in Ely North is moderate with about 55 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Ely North?

Housing mix: detached 37.7%, semi-detached 27.6%.

What's the Ely North population and density?

Ely North population is 4,848 with density 148.9 per km².

How many households are in Ely North?

There are 1,906 households in Ely North

How much social housing is near Ely North?

About 9.9% across the Ely North area.

What are prices by property type in Ely North?

Latest medians: Detached £522,500, Semi-detached £379,950, Terraced £310,000, Flats £173,000.

What's the average income in Ely North?

Average resident income is about £52,850 per year.

What are house prices in Ely North?

Based on 93 recent sales, the median price is £379,950.

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Q: What schools in Ely North and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Ely North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / East Cambridgeshire / Ely North

About

Ely North is a ward in East Cambridgeshire, covering the northern part of the city of Ely and its surrounding rural areas. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, farmland, and parts of the River Great Ouse floodplain. It is bordered by the Ely West and Ely East wards, with the A10 road running through the area.

The ward features a mix of housing, from older properties to newer developments, alongside open spaces and walking paths. Local amenities include schools, shops, and access to Ely’s historic city center. The area is known for its proximity to the cathedral and the railway station, providing connections to Cambridge and London. Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with fields and farmland surrounding the urban areas.

Area overview

On average Ely North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ely North is £52,850 per year. There are 4 schools in Ely North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

9.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ely North Population

4,848

Population density

148.9 per km²

Demographics

British

3,875

79.93%

Other White

510

10.52%

Indian

1.63%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.42%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

1.09%

Total population: 4,848

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

812

42.62%

Owns outright

522

27.4%

Private landlord or letting agency

341

17.9%

Other social rented

140

7.35%

Other forms of private rent

1.99%

Total households: 1,905

Property prices in Ely North

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £379,950 in Ely North area, with individual transactions ranging from £124,000 up to £692,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	34	£522,500	£428,900	£466,250	£596,250	£650,000
Flats	9	£173,000	£156,800	£160,000	£220,000	£234,500
Semi-Detached	21	£379,950	£185,000	£302,500	£397,500	£446,000
Terraced	29	£310,000	£245,800	£275,000	£357,000	£407,800

10 years price trend in Ely North

All postcodes in Ely North

CB61SB

Coffue Drove

CB62FG

Cam Drive

CB62FP

Cam Drive

CB62SD

Cam Drive

CB74UQ

Branch Bank

CB74UA

South Ely

CB62WU

Lynn Road

CB74SJ

South Ely

CB61RX

Lynn Road

CB74UD

Second Drove

CB61SD

Lynn Road

CB62WL

Cam Drive

CB62XA

Cam Drive

CB74QX

Carey Close

CB74UE

Branch Bank

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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