Is Austin or Englewood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Englewood (Safety Score 11/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 5,908 for Englewood — 37% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Englewood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 28.5x 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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Englewood — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Englewood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 5,907.9 | -2,198.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 655.2 | -187.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 116.0 | -48.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 113.1 | -27.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 426.1 | -118.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 5,252.8 | -2,010.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 675.4 | -230.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,301.8 | -1,103.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 1,275.5 | -676.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Englewood safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 5,908 for Englewood — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Englewood has 655.2. Austin 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 Englewood, CO
Englewood, a Denver suburb, grew significantly after the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad arrived. It's a landlocked municipality in Arapahoe County, home to a diverse population. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 34,496, Englewood has a total crime rate of 5,907.9 per 100,000 residents.