Is Austin or Colchester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Colchester is safer than Austin (Safety Score 41/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,975 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 47% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Colchester has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 55.9x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Colchester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,975.4 | +1,734.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 215.7 | +251.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 28.4 | +39.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 11.4 | +74.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 176.0 | +131.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,759.7 | +1,482.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 90.8 | +354.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,634.8 | +563.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 34.1 | +564.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Colchester safer?
Colchester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,975 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Colchester has 215.7. Colchester has lower violent crime.
About Austin, TX
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is a rapidly growing city in Central Texas. Situated on the Colorado River, it's the state capital and home to a diverse population, including many young professionals drawn to its tech industry. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 984,613, Austin has a total crime rate of 3,709.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Colchester, VT
Colchester, Vermont, a town of over 20,000 residents, sits on the shores of Lake Champlain. It is home to Saint Michael's College, a Catholic liberal arts institution founded in 1904. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 17,617, Colchester has a total crime rate of 1,975.4 per 100,000 residents.