Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO7 · North Yorkshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Driffield has less crime — 42 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Driffield and Sowerby recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 42 and 48 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Sowerby has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Burglary (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Driffield recorded fewer crimes than Sowerby — 42 vs 48 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Driffield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Sowerby had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 48).