Is Austin or Johns Creek Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Johns Creek is safer than Austin (Safety Score 90/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 572 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 85% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Johns Creek has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.1x 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 | Johns Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 572.4 | +3,136.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 35.8 | +431.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 2.5 | +65.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.6 | +76.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 24.7 | +282.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 536.7 | +2,705.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 48.1 | +397.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 457.7 | +1,740.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 30.8 | +567.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Johns Creek safer?
Johns Creek is safer with a total crime rate of 572 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 85% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Johns Creek has 35.8. Johns Creek 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 Johns Creek, GA
Johns Creek is an affluent suburb northeast of Atlanta, incorporated in 2006 from an unincorporated area of Fulton County. Its residents are highly educated, many employed in professional and managerial roles. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 81,056, Johns Creek has a total crime rate of 572.4 per 100,000 residents.