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North Ely

England / East of England / East Cambridgeshire / North Ely

About

North Ely is a residential area located in the eastern part of Ely, East Cambridgeshire. It is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. The area is well-connected to Ely city centre, with easy access to local amenities and transport links, including the A10 road and Ely railway station.

The neighbourhood features several green spaces, such as Ely Park and Pocket Park, providing recreational areas for residents. Local schools, including Ely St John’s Community Primary School, serve the area, making it a practical choice for families. North Ely has seen recent development, with new housing projects expanding the community while maintaining its quiet, suburban character.

Area overview

On average North Ely has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in North Ely is £51,900 per year. There are 7 schools in North Ely: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
15.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

North Ely Population
11,960
Population density
1,142.5 per km²

Demographics

British
9,744
81.47%
Other White
1,130
9.45%
Indian
141
1.18%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
125
1.05%
Irish
112
0.94%
Total population: 11,960

Housing

Owns outright
1,742
33.47%
Owns with a mortgage
1,567
30.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
876
16.83%
Other social rented
707
13.58%
Social rents from council
123
2.36%
Total households: 5,205

Property prices in North Ely

Based on 172 recent sales, the median property price is £361,775 in North Ely area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,460,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached57£470,000
Flats15£160,000
Semi-Detached41£379,950
Terraced59£288,000

10 years price trend in North Ely

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Data Sources

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