Driffield vs Pickering — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Driffield

YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire

55

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Pickering

YO18 · North Yorkshire

8

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other crime1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Pickering has less crime — 8 vs 55 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Driffield recorded substantially more crime than Pickering in April 2026 — 55 incidents compared to 8, a 6.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Pickering has more Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Driffield or Pickering safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Pickering recorded fewer crimes than Driffield — 8 vs 55 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Pickering is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order while Pickering had more Other crime. Overall, Pickering recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 55).

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