About Ellington Thorpe

Ellington Thorpe is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area PE28. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. It is surrounded by agricultural land, which contributes to the rural character of the area. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents. The village is situated near the larger town of Huntingdon, providing access to additional services and facilities. Ellington Thorpe is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those who commute to nearby towns or cities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, appealing to those who appreciate nature. Overall, Ellington Thorpe presents a simple village lifestyle within the scenic landscape of Cambridgeshire.

School Ratings in Ellington Thorpe

Families in Ellington Thorpe have access to 12 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ellington Thorpe

Homes sell for an average of £401K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ellington Thorpe

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ellington Thorpe, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ellington Thorpe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ellington Thorpe among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ellington Thorpe

Ellington Thorpe benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,170 sales

Average Price £401K
£650 — £12.23M
Detached £464K 4,124
Semi £294K 2,268
Terraced £248K 1,101
Flat £162K 301

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Spaldwick Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Buckden CofE Primary School Primary 3 miles Brampton Village Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Kimbolton Primary Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Kimbolton School 3.8 miles Great Staughton Primary Academy Primary 4 miles Alconbury CofE Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Cromwell Academy Primary Good 4.3 miles Hinchingbrooke School Secondary Good 4.5 miles Ermine Street Church Academy Primary Good 4.7 miles Offord Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Stukeley Meadows Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ellington Thorpe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ellington Thorpe experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,930 Children (0-15) 18%
47,676 Working Age 61%
22,352 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ellington Thorpe 117 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ellington Thorpe are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

51 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
7 Public Order
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Huntingdon Train Station 4.9 miles
St Neots Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ellington 0.6 miles Grafham 0.9 miles Easton 1.4 miles Spaldwick 2.2 miles Hardwick 2.2 miles Woolley 2.5 miles Perry 2.6 miles Brampton 3.1 miles Brampton Park 3.1 miles Stow Longa 3.1 miles Buckden 3.1 miles Little Catworth 3.3 miles

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England

Streets in PE28 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1096 1 A1307 7 A14 2 A141 1 Abbot's Close 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Ripton Road 1 Abbott Close 1 Acheson Road 1 Adelaide Walk 1 Alconbury Hill 2 Alconbury Road 1 All Saints Way 2 Allen's Orchard 1 Allsopp Crescent 1 Alpha Lane 1 Alsyke Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Ansley Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Aragon Place 1 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ash End 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashfield 2 Aylott Close 1

Postcodes in PE28 50 shown View all postcodes

PE28 0AA PE28 0AB PE28 0AD PE28 0AE PE28 0AF PE28 0AG PE28 0AH PE28 0AJ PE28 0AL PE28 0AN PE28 0AP PE28 0AQ PE28 0AR PE28 0AT PE28 0AU PE28 0AW PE28 0AX PE28 0AY PE28 0AZ PE28 0BA PE28 0BB PE28 0BD PE28 0BE PE28 0BF PE28 0BG PE28 0BH PE28 0BJ PE28 0BL PE28 0BN PE28 0BP PE28 0BQ PE28 0BS PE28 0BT PE28 0BU PE28 0BW PE28 0BX PE28 0BY PE28 0BZ PE28 0DA PE28 0DB PE28 0DD PE28 0DE PE28 0DF PE28 0DG PE28 0DH PE28 0DJ PE28 0DL PE28 0DN PE28 0DP PE28 0DQ