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Driffield, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Driffield is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 13,080. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
13,080 Population 9/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
37.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,746 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,746 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$278,074 home value, $1,194/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population13,080
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,746
Per Capita$47,746
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$278,074
Rent$1,194
Ownership73.5%
Housing Units5,232

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+47.7%

Community

Population13,080
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates54.0061°, -0.4450°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (955 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$47,746
Median Age49.3 years

About Driffield

Driffield is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 13,080. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Driffield has a population of 13,080 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,392.6 square miles. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (2.7%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 5.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

13,080
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above United Kingdom avg
1,392.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Driffield vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Driffield is $47,746, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,746 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,190 business establishments. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Driffield vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,746
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,746
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,190

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.2%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Driffield is $278,074, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,194 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 73.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,232 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,074
1% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,194
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.5%
Owner-Occupied73.5%
Renter-Occupied26.5%
Housing Units5,232

Property Tax

Climate in Driffield

Driffield has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 819 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F -2.4° / 11.1° 60.7
Feb 5.5°C / 42°F -1.9° / 13.4° 66.7
Mar 6.5°C / 44°F -1.2° / 15.5° 58.0
Apr 7.7°C / 46°F -0.5° / 17.2° 37.9
May 11.4°C / 52°F 3.3° / 19.8° 55.1
Jun 14.3°C / 58°F 6.2° / 24.2° 64.9
Jul 16.3°C / 61°F 9.1° / 26° 72.5
Aug 16.3°C / 61°F 8.6° / 25.4° 55.7
Sep 14.1°C / 57°F 5.7° / 24° 76.1
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 3.2° / 17.9° 102.5
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F -0.3° / 14.3° 76.1
Dec 5.1°C / 41°F -1.3° / 11.9° 93.2
Driffield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area1,392.6 sq mi (3,606.8 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates54.0061°N, 0.4450°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 68 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 131 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 132 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 41 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 143 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 128 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 118 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 107 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 144 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 95 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 127 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 148 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 113 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 127 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 69 km
Apr 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Middle Rasen, United Kingdom M3.1 72 km
Oct 7, 1998 3 km ESE of Ulceby, United Kingdom M3.1 46 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Driffield has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
10% below United Kingdom avg
High School+47.7%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area1,392.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.2%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home24.7%

Schools in Driffield

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Driffield Junior School - - - -
Northfield Infant School - - - -
Driffield School and Sixth Form - - - -
Driffield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School - - - -
Kings Mill School - - - -
Garton-on-the-Wolds Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Driffield

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
TruckStopRadio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Scarborough community radio MP3 64 kbps
This is the Coast - MP3
107FM community MP3 128 kbps
Vixen 101 - MP3 128 kbps
Great Driffield Radio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Driffield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bayle Museum
Beverley Art Gallery
Computer Sheds Museum
East Riding Treasure House
Filey Museum
Museum of the Wagoners' Special Reserve
North Frodingham Local History Museum
Skidby Windmill Museum of East Riding Rural Life
Sutton and Wawne museum
The Scarborough Fair Collection & Vintage Transport Museum
Yorkshire Wolds Railway Visitor Centre

Libraries in Driffield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beverley Library0.0
Bransholme Library0.0
Brynmor Jones Library0.0
Children's library0.0
Children's library0.0
Cottingham Library0.0
Derwent Valley Community Library & Resource Centre0.0
Driffield Public Library0.0
Eastfield Library0.0
Filey Library0.0
Greenwood Avenue Library0.0
Ings Road Library0.0
Leven Library0.0
Market Weighton Library0.0
Reading Rooms0.0
South Cave Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Driffield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Corn Hill
Lebberston Sunday Market
Saturday Market
Skirlington Sunday Market
Wednesday Market

Hotels in Driffield

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bell Hotel

Restaurants in Driffield

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bollywood Indian
Water Margin

Cafes in Driffield

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oasis Cafe

Castles in Driffield

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Driffield Castle

Clinics in Driffield

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bridge Street Dental & Skin Clinic

Dentists in Driffield

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Driffield Dental Practice
New Road Dental Surgery
Orange Tree Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Driffield

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bridge Street Vets
Priory Veterinary Group

Train Stations in Driffield

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Driffield

Gas Stations in Driffield

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
JET

Banks in Driffield

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank

Golf Courses in Driffield

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Driffield Golf Course

Breweries in Driffield

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aitcheson's Brewery
Aitcheson's Brewery
Atom Beers
Atom Beers
Belschnickel Brewery
Belschnickel Brewery
North Riding Brewery
Raven Hill Brewery
Wold Top Brewery

Airports Near Driffield

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Humberside AirportHUYMedium Airport
Leeds East Airport-Medium Airport
Acaster Malbis Airstrip-Small Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Askern Airfield-Small Airport
Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Birchwood Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Boon Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Breighton Airfield-Small Airport
Bridge Cottage Airstrip-Small Airport
Bridlington Airfield-Small Airport
Brookfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Burn Airfield-Small Airport
Burton-Constable Airstrip-Small Airport
Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cliffe Airstrip-Small Airport
Cuxwold Airfield-Small Airport
Eastfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Eddsfield Airfield-Small Airport
Elvington Airfield-Small Airport
Finningley Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Full Sutton Airfield-Small Airport
Garton Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Gilrudding Grange Airstrip-Small Airport
Grange Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Haxey Airstrip-Small Airport
Headon Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Hibaldstow Airfield-Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hollym Airfield-Small Airport
Hollym West Airfield-Small Airport
Howden Airstrip-Small Airport
Ings Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirton-in-Lindsey Glider Field-Small Airport
Lindens Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lodge Field House Airstrip-Small Airport
Low Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Melrose Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip-Small Airport
North Coates Airfield-Small Airport
North Fen Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
North Moor Aero Club Airfield-Small Airport
North Reston Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Driffield

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Driffield Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Driffield

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Bourne Methodist Church
Congregational Church
Driffield Christian Fellowship
Driffield Methodist Church
Saint Michael and All Angels
St Leonards
St Mary Little Driffield
The Church of Our Lady & St Edward
The Salvation Army

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Driffield

What is the population of Driffield?

Driffield has a population of 13,080 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,392.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Driffield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,746, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $278,074 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,194 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Driffield?

Driffield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Driffield?

Driffield has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 1,190 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Driffield?

The median home value in Driffield is $278,074. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,194. The homeownership rate is 73.5%.

How are the schools in Driffield?

30.5% of adults in Driffield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Driffield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Driffield is 2.7% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 1.3% Asian. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 5.4% of residents have a disability.

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