Driffield vs Selby — 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

Selby

YO8 · North Yorkshire

210

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Shoplifting34

Driffield has less crime — 55 vs 210 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Selby recorded substantially more crime than Driffield in April 2026 — 210 incidents compared to 55, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Selby has more Shoplifting (34). Driffield is below the national average while Selby is above, making Driffield the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Driffield or Selby safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Driffield recorded fewer crimes than Selby — 55 vs 210 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Driffield is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order while Selby had more Shoplifting. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 210).

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