Is Driffield and Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Driffield and Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 449 total crimes recorded in Driffield and Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Driffield and Rural — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Driffield and Rural safe?
Driffield and Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 43/100, rated Below Average. A total of 449 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 47.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Driffield and Rural are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Driffield and Rural in the last 12 months?
449 crimes were recorded in Driffield and Rural in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 47.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (851 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 216 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Driffield and Rural?
The most common crime in Driffield and Rural is Violent Crime, with 216 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Driffield and Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Driffield and Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 47.2% — from 851 crimes in the previous 12 months to 449 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Driffield and Rural?
Driffield and Rural has a safety score of 43 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Driffield and Rural compare to the Humberside Police average?
Driffield and Rural has a safety score of 43/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 24/100. Driffield and Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Driffield and Rural?
0% of crimes recorded in Driffield and Rural resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Humberside Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Driffield and Rural?
216 violent crimes were recorded in Driffield and Rural in the last 12 months — representing 48.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 42 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Driffield and Rural last updated?
The crime data for Driffield and Rural was last updated in July 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Driffield and Rural with other areas?
You can compare Driffield and Rural with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.