Is Austin or Groton Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Groton Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 71/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,081 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 71% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Groton Town has a 87% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.3x 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 | Groton Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,081.4 | +2,628.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 93.1 | +374.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.6 | +3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 10.7 | +56.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.7 | +74.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 68.0 | +239.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 988.3 | +2,253.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 85.9 | +359.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 809.3 | +1,388.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 93.1 | +505.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Groton Town safer?
Groton Town is safer with a total crime rate of 1,081 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 71% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Groton Town has 93.1. Groton 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 Groton Town, CT
Groton, home to the Submarine Force Museum and Mystic Aquarium, is a southeastern Connecticut town on Long Island Sound. Its population is approximately 40,000. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 27,927, Groton Town has a total crime rate of 1,081.4 per 100,000 residents.