Driffield vs Pickering — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Driffield

YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Pickering

YO18 · North Yorkshire

14

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Burglary2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Pickering has less crime — 14 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Driffield recorded substantially more crime than Pickering in February 2026 — 42 incidents compared to 14, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Pickering has more Burglary (2) and Anti-social behaviour (2). 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 February 2026 Police data, Pickering recorded fewer crimes than Driffield — 14 vs 42 incidents. That is 67% 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 February 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Pickering had more Burglary and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Pickering recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 42).

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