The average house price in Ely is £354,175, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Ely house price trends over the last 30 years.
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£186,182
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Is Ely a nice place to live?
Yes, Ely is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Cambridgeshire. The area boasts an excellent range of restaurants, cafes and pubs.
How safe is Ely?
Ely has a low crime rate for a UK city, with around 49 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 35% below the national average, and 25% below the Cambridgeshire average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Ely?
Ely has 10 schools nearby. Schools rated Good by Ofsted include Millfield Primary School, Isle of Ely Primary School, Lantern Community Primary School.
What are the demographics of Ely?
The majority of residents in Ely identify as White (British) (82%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (84%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.