Is Austin or Gardner Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gardner is safer than Austin (Safety Score 76/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 949 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 74% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gardner has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 46.3x 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 | Gardner | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 948.9 | +2,760.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 328.8 | +138.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 28.2 | +39.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 4.7 | +80.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 295.9 | +11.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 620.1 | +2,621.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 89.3 | +355.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 474.5 | +1,723.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 56.4 | +542.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Gardner safer?
Gardner is safer with a total crime rate of 949 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Gardner has 328.8. Gardner 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 Gardner, MA
Gardner, the "Chair City," is a small city in northern Worcester County, historically renowned for its furniture industry. Its population of around 21,000 residents is predominantly white, with a median age in the early 40s. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 21,288, Gardner has a total crime rate of 948.9 per 100,000 residents.