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Driffield West & Huggate

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / East Riding of Yorkshire / Driffield West & Huggate

About

Driffield West & Huggate is a rural area in the East Riding of Yorkshire, characterised by rolling farmland and quiet villages. The landscape is dominated by arable fields and pasture, with scattered woodlands and hedgerows. The area is part of the Yorkshire Wolds, known for its gentle hills and chalk geology. Villages like Huggate and Middleton-on-the-Wolds retain traditional charm, with stone-built houses and historic churches.

The region is sparsely populated, with agriculture as the primary land use. The Wolds Way National Trail passes through the area, offering long-distance walking routes. Driffield, the nearest market town, provides local services and amenities. The area has a mix of arable farming and livestock rearing, reflecting its agricultural heritage. Small streams and dry valleys add to the varied topography of the landscape.

Area overview

On average Driffield West & Huggate has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Driffield West & Huggate is £42,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Driffield West & Huggate: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
25
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Driffield West & Huggate Population
8,317
Population density
35.6 per km²

Demographics

British
8,073
97.09%
Other White
106
1.27%
Irish
29
0.35%
White and Asian (mixed)
23
0.28%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.19%
Total population: 8,315

Housing

Owns outright
1,730
47.14%
Owns with a mortgage
1,092
29.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
466
12.7%
Social rents from council
183
4.99%
Other forms of private rent
127
3.46%
Total households: 3,670

Property prices in Driffield West & Huggate

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Driffield West & Huggate area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £835,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£268,500
Flats1£250,000
Semi-Detached29£195,000
Terraced15£184,000

10 years price trend in Driffield West & Huggate

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.