Delete entire old iCloud account and start fresh from a new iPhone

My ex partner set my iCloud account up in my name using my already existing itunes account. Since we have split he has been messing with it and locating me using his computer. I have tried to change my password but every time I select to change it via email I never receive the mail and I can't choose the secret question as he chose the question and answer originally. I have now got a new iPhone and would like to have a fresh iCloud account that only I can access using the same email, how can I do this? I would also like to erase the current one off my old iPhone and the backup on his computer but I can't personally access his computer, can I do that? It's quite important that I do because I don't want him having all my contacts and info anymore, it's a matter of safety for me.

You can not delete an existing account completely, but you could delete the contacts, etc. manually and then delete the account from your old device in "Settings > iCloud" and other accounts "Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendar > ..."
As Julian already posted (http://www.apple.com/icloud/setup/ios.html) this explains the set up process for iCloud on a new iPhone/iPad/ipod touch. During the set up process you have the opportunity to create a new iCloud account. (But you can do it also create a new iCloud account after the usual iPhone set up in "Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendar > iCloud".)

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If you are using iMessage and FaceTime, make sure you are signed into these services with your current ID. If they are signed into the old ID, go to Settings>Messages>Send & Receive and Settings>FaceTime, tap the ID, sign out, then sign back in with your current ID.
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Thanks for the question. I understand you are having issue relating to the iCloud account after changing your Apple ID email address. The following article addresses this issue and potential resolution:
iOS 7: If you're asked for the password to your previous Apple ID when signing out of iCloud
https://support.apple.com/kb/TS5223
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2. Tap Settings > iCloud and try to sign out.
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4. Tap Settings > iCloud and sign in with the new Apple ID.
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Delete entire old iCloud account and start fresh from a new iPhone

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