Is Austin or East Windsor Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Windsor is safer than Austin (Safety Score 26/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,621 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 29% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where East Windsor has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 88.1x 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 | East Windsor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,621.0 | +1,088.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 62.6 | +404.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 17.9 | +49.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 35.8 | +49.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 9.0 | +298.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,558.4 | +683.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 134.2 | +311.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,245.3 | -47.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 178.9 | +419.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or East Windsor safer?
East Windsor is safer with a total crime rate of 2,621 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while East Windsor has 62.6. East Windsor 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 East Windsor, CT
East Windsor, a town in Hartford County, is home to the historic Scantic River, once a bustling mill power source. Its rural character is defined by a mix of residential areas and agricultural lands, with a population of around 11,000. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 11,179, East Windsor has a total crime rate of 2,621.0 per 100,000 residents.