Is Austin or Hopewell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hopewell is safer than Austin (Safety Score 30/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,421 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 35% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 75% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 43.1x 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 | Hopewell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,420.9 | +1,288.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 380.9 | +86.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 26.3 | -19.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.9 | +45.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 21.9 | +63.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 310.8 | -3.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,040.0 | +1,201.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 140.1 | +305.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,414.0 | +784.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 485.9 | +112.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hopewell safer?
Hopewell is safer with a total crime rate of 2,421 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 35% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hopewell has 380.9. Hopewell 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 Hopewell, VA
Hopewell, Virginia, once home to a DuPont munitions plant, lies at the confluence of the Appomattox and James Rivers. This small independent city in Prince George County has a population of around 22,000 residents. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 22,843, Hopewell has a total crime rate of 2,420.9 per 100,000 residents.