Is Austin or Flint Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Flint Township (Safety Score 11/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 5,099 for Flint Township — 27% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Austin has a 50% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 32.0x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Flint Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 5,099.0 | -1,389.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 930.1 | -462.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.5 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 52.0 | +15.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 113.8 | -28.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 757.7 | -450.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,169.0 | -927.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 416.3 | +28.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,284.5 | -1,086.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 468.3 | +130.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Flint Township safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 5,099 for Flint Township — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Flint Township has 930.1. 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 Flint Township, MI
Flint Township, a Genesee County suburb, was once home to the historic Hamady Bros. grocery chain. Situated west of Flint, the township is largely residential with significant retail along Miller Road. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 30,751, Flint Township has a total crime rate of 5,099.0 per 100,000 residents.