Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire
55
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
YO11 · North Yorkshire
101
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Driffield has less crime — 55 vs 101 incidents in April 2026.
Scarborough recorded notably higher crime than Driffield in April 2026 — 101 vs 55 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Scarborough has more Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Driffield recorded fewer crimes than Scarborough — 55 vs 101 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Driffield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order while Scarborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 101).