Is Austin or Enfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Enfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 39/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,034 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 45% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Enfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 24.2x 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 | Enfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,034.0 | +1,675.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 162.3 | +305.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.5 | +38.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 19.7 | +65.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 113.1 | +194.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,871.7 | +1,370.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 233.7 | +211.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,483.1 | +715.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 155.0 | +443.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Enfield safer?
Enfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,034 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Enfield has 162.3. Enfield 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 Enfield, CT
Enfield, Connecticut, a town of approximately 45,000 residents along the Connecticut River, was once home to the Shaker community. It sits just south of the Massachusetts border. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 40,659, Enfield has a total crime rate of 2,034.0 per 100,000 residents.