Driffield vs Earswick — 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

Earswick

YO32 · York

21

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Shoplifting2

Earswick has less crime — 21 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Driffield recorded notably higher crime than Earswick in February 2026 — 42 vs 21 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Earswick has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Shoplifting (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 Earswick safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Earswick recorded fewer crimes than Driffield — 21 vs 42 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Earswick is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Driffield saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Earswick had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Earswick recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 42).

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