Driffield vs Wheldrake — 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

Wheldrake

YO19 · York

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Weapons possession1

Wheldrake has less crime — 1 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Driffield recorded substantially more crime than Wheldrake in February 2026 — 42 incidents compared to 1, a 42.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (22) and Public order (7), while Wheldrake has more Weapons possession (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 Wheldrake safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wheldrake recorded fewer crimes than Driffield — 1 vs 42 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Wheldrake is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Public order while Wheldrake had more Weapons possession. Overall, Wheldrake recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 42).

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