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Driffield and Rural

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / East Riding of Yorkshire / Driffield and Rural

About

Driffield and Rural ward is located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, covering the market town of Driffield and its surrounding countryside. The area is known for its agricultural heritage, with farmland and open spaces dominating the landscape. Driffield serves as a local hub, offering essential services, shops, and a weekly market. The ward includes smaller villages and hamlets, connected by rural roads and lanes.

The landscape features rolling hills, fields, and waterways, including the River Hull. The ward has a mix of residential areas, farming communities, and natural habitats. Transport links include the A614 and A166 roads, providing access to nearby towns and cities. The area retains a quiet, rural character while supporting local businesses and farming activities.

Area overview

On average Driffield and Rural has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Driffield and Rural is £41,196 per year. There are 7 schools in Driffield and Rural: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
52
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
6.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Driffield and Rural

Based on 278 recent sales, the median property price is £190,750 in Driffield and Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,500 up to £835,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached93£272,000
Flats16£84,500
Semi-Detached109£180,000
Terraced60£149,500

10 years price trend in Driffield and Rural

All postcodes in Driffield and Rural

YO255LN

Driffield East & Nafferton

YO255NN

Wansford Road

YO255PB

Porter Close

YO255UP

Driffield Spellowgate

YO256BE

Appleton Mews

YO256DF

Cranwell Street

YO256NL

River Head Drive

YO256PL

Georgian Mews

YO256PX

Albion Street

YO256RR

Wold View Road South

YO259EA

Gravelpit Lane

YO259HF

Auchinleck Close

YO259HL

Auchinleck Close

YO259NW

West End

YO256EA

East Gate North

YO253HE

Driffield West & Huggate

YO255AW

Covert Close

YO255GR

Bridlington Road

YO255YR

Spring Close

YO256RB

St John's Road

YO256RD

Woldholme Avenue

YO256RL

Belmont Close

YO256SH

Chestnut Avenue

YO256TH

West Gate

YO256UL

Briar Garth

YO256WX

Wadsworth Road

YO256YD

Duncombe Drive

YO259HD

Lumsden Close

YO259NJ

Applegarth Lane

YO259NN

Dead Lane

YO253XH

Gardeners Row

YO253AG

Bridlington Road

YO253ET

Garton Balk

YO255GT

Driffield East & Nafferton

YO255FJ

The Chase

YO255NT

St Anne's Walk

YO255PA

Verity Way

YO255YW

Autumn View

YO256AH

Market Place

YO256DB

Bridge Street

YO256NN

River Head

YO256SP

Skerne Road

YO256XY

Elizabeth Drive

YO259DY

Main Street

YO259EH

Driffield West & Huggate

YO259NP

West End

YO253AF

Shepherds Croft

YO253HA

Driffield West & Huggate

YO255YJ

Autumn View

YO253XN

Bridlington Road

YO255DP

Washington Street

YO255ES

Allotment Lane

YO255GF

Woodmansey Garth

YO256DA

Bridge Street

YO256ED

Gibson Street

YO256NU

Beechwood Lane

YO256QR

Beverley Road

YO256RX

Beverley Road

YO256SL

Cherry Close

YO256ST

Cranwell Road

YO256TR

Mill Street

YO256XG

Lilac Close

YO259EE

Driffield West & Huggate

YO259NH

Church Street

YO253AD

Driffield West & Huggate

YO255BH

North Street

YO255HZ

Bridlington Road

YO255PN

Mortimer Walk

YO256BS

Driffield Central

YO256NJ

Anderson Street

YO256SG

Burdale Close

YO256SQ

Elm Road

YO256TZ

Pinkney's Lane

YO259NL

Applegarth Lane

YO258WX

Wadsworth Road

YO259FW

Driffield West & Huggate

YO259HE

Auchinleck Close

YO253EW

Driffield West & Huggate

YO253XS

Limekiln Hill

YO256LX

East Gate South

YO256TQ

West Gate

YO255BG

Lowndes Park

YO255DQ

Bridlington Road

YO255EH

Scarborough Road

YO255FT

The Garth

YO255LJ

Meadow Road

YO255NR

Fawcett Gardens

YO256RQ

Mill Street

YO256SY

West Gate

YO259GG

Wadsworth Road

YO259LE

Butts Lane

YO259LF

Bainton Road

YO259LY

Driffield West & Huggate

YO259DL

Main Street

YO251DB

Wadsworth Road

YO253EH

Main Street

YO253XG

Kirby Lane

YO255BE

Lowndes Park

YO255DJ

New Road

YO255FB

Kings Meadow

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.