Crime Rate in Driffield and Rural: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Driffield and Rural

The total recorded crimes in Driffield and Rural, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK in March 2025 are around 63 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Driffield and Rural crime rate of 3.23 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Driffield and Rural, encompassing approximately 19,519 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (-3.12% decrease)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Driffield and Rural Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Star Hill Road with total crimes: 5
  • The Chase with total crimes: 4
  • Park Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Driffield and Rural?

To understand the safety of Driffield and Rural, we need to analyze Driffield and Rural crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Riding of Yorkshire:

    • In 2024, Driffield and Rural demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 926 crimes compared to 966.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Driffield and Rural witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Driffield and Rural experienced a greater number of crimes than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 954 crimes compared to 931. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Driffield and Rural witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Riding of Yorkshire, Driffield and Rural has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Driffield and Rural Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Driffield and Rural has recorded 63 crimes with crime rate of 3.23 ranking 13th out of 25 in the East Riding of Yorkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Driffield and Rural crimes were 926. The crime rate of Driffield and Rural in 2024 was 47.44 (year) or 3.95 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Driffield and Rural were around 954 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.88 (year) or 4.07 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Bridlington South191 13,113 12,768 1
Minster and Woodmansey103 51,599 21,837 2
Howdenshire164 21,039 81,054 8
Goole South130 31,423 41,442 3
Bridlington Central and Old Town126 41,493 31,245 6
St Mary's101 61,319 51,341 4
South East Holderness82 91,311 61,330 5
Hessle73 121,256 71,215 7
Tranby96 7851 13860 11
Dale88 8997 9748 14
Wolds Weighton76 11914 12881 10
Goole North82 10745 16821 13
North Holderness54 17922 11856 12
Bridlington North57 16790 14694 17
Cottingham North61 14653 19580 20
Pocklington Provincial40 23780 15741 15
South West Holderness57 15677 17590 19
East Wolds and Coastal43 21609 20695 16
Cottingham South50 18674 18649 18
Willerby and Kirk Ella48 19549 23527 22
Snaith, Airmyn, Rawcliffe and Marshland46 20590 21524 23
Mid Holderness30 25570 22556 21
South Hunsley40 22539 24485 25
Howden32 24447 25510 24
Beverley Rural23 26342 26294 26

Driffield and Rural Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244
April 20243

A total of 444 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202532
January 202532
December 202429
November 202432
October 202439
September 202434
August 202438
July 202449
June 202454
May 202431
April 202443

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 87 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20256
December 20247
November 20249
October 20249
September 202411
August 20249
July 20247
June 20248
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 62 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20257
December 20244
November 20247
October 20242
August 20244
July 202415
June 20248
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 106 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20258
December 20245
November 20246
October 202410
September 20246
August 20247
July 202413
June 202426
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 79 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20257
December 20246
November 20242
October 20247
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245
June 202414
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
October 20247
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20249

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20244
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20247
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Driffield and Rural in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Driffield and Rural postcode area is presented below.

1. Star Hill Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. The Chase (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
3. Park Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Eastholme Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Paddock Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Northfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Meadow Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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