Is Austin or Laconia Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Laconia is safer than Austin (Safety Score 25/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,678 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 28% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Laconia has a 69% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 57.2x 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 | Laconia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,677.6 | +1,031.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 145.2 | +322.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.8 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 63.9 | +3.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 46.5 | +38.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 29.0 | +278.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,532.4 | +709.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 69.7 | +375.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,317.5 | -119.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 145.2 | +453.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Laconia safer?
Laconia is safer with a total crime rate of 2,678 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Laconia has 145.2. Laconia 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 Laconia, NH
Laconia, NH, once a bustling mill town known for its knitting mills, sits between Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam. This Belknap County city, with a population around 17,000, hosts Motorcycle Week annually. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 17,217, Laconia has a total crime rate of 2,677.6 per 100,000 residents.