Bridlington vs Driffield — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bridlington

YO15 · East Riding of Yorkshire

163

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Shoplifting35
  • Public order19

Driffield

YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire

55

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Public order9

Driffield has less crime — 55 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bridlington recorded substantially more crime than Driffield in April 2026 — 163 incidents compared to 55, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), while Driffield has more Anti-social behaviour (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bridlington or Driffield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Driffield recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 55 vs 163 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Driffield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bridlington and Driffield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Driffield had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 163).

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