Is Austin or Glenville Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Glenville Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 66/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,216 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 67% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Glenville Town has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 44.7x 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 | Glenville Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,216.0 | +2,493.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 72.6 | +394.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.5 | +2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 9.1 | +58.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 18.2 | +67.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 40.8 | +266.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,143.4 | +2,098.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 81.7 | +363.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,052.6 | +1,145.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 9.1 | +589.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Glenville Town safer?
Glenville Town is safer with a total crime rate of 1,216 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Glenville Town has 72.6. Glenville Town 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 Glenville Town, NY
Glenville, NY, a Saratoga County town, is bisected by the Mohawk River and was once home to the Schenectady Air Force Base. Its varied landscape ranges from suburban areas to rural farmland. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 22,040, Glenville Town has a total crime rate of 1,216.0 per 100,000 residents.