Is Austin or Greenwood Village Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Greenwood Village (Safety Score 11/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 6,614 for Greenwood Village — 44% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Austin has a 48% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 65.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
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Greenwood Village — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Greenwood Village, CO
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Greenwood Village | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 6,613.6 | -2,904.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 391.8 | +75.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.6 | 0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 86.3 | -18.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 59.8 | +25.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 239.0 | +68.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 6,221.8 | -2,979.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 491.4 | -46.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 4,927.0 | -2,728.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 803.5 | -204.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Greenwood Village safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 6,614 for Greenwood Village — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Greenwood Village has 391.8. Greenwood Village 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 Greenwood Village, CO
Greenwood Village, a Denver suburb, is known for its upscale residences and corporate parks, including the Denver Tech Center. Located south of downtown, it's a relatively affluent community with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 15,060, Greenwood Village has a total crime rate of 6,613.6 per 100,000 residents.