Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO25 · East Riding of Yorkshire
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO11 · North Yorkshire
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Driffield has less crime — 42 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
Scarborough recorded notably higher crime than Driffield in February 2026 — 85 vs 42 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Driffield sees higher rates of Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Scarborough has more Anti-social behaviour (23) and Shoplifting (9). 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 Scarborough — 42 vs 85 incidents. That is 51% 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 Scarborough had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Driffield recorded fewer total crimes (42 vs 85).