Bridlington vs Driffield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bridlington

YO16 · East Riding of Yorkshire

194

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Shoplifting25
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Driffield

YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Public order7
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Driffield has less crime — 42 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bridlington recorded substantially more crime than Driffield in February 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 42, a 4.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25), while Driffield has more Public order (7). 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 February 2026 Police data, Driffield recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 42 vs 194 incidents. That is 78% 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 February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Driffield had more Public order. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 194).

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