Situated in the beautiful cathedral city of Ely, East Cambridgeshire is a largely rural district which covers an area of almost 65,500 hectares and has a population of approximately 85,000. A true gem in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, which has an attractive and thriving centre that boasts an impressive range of retail, leisure, residential and educational amenities.
We have an ambitious vision to create a better, brighter East Cambridgeshire. One that responds to residents’ needs, adopts a digital first approach, helps protect and enhance our environment and is financially sustainable.
Our corporate plan sets out what we will achieve between 2023 and 2027. There are three corporate objectives:
You can read more about us in our Corporate Plan and in our Service Delivery Plans.
If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme.