Is Austin or Lakewood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lakewood is safer than Austin (Safety Score 63/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,283 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 65% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lakewood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 20.0x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Lakewood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,282.7 | +2,426.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 142.1 | +325.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 14.2 | +53.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 16.2 | +69.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 111.6 | +195.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,140.6 | +2,101.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 109.6 | +335.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 895.0 | +1,303.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 136.0 | +462.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lakewood safer?
Lakewood is safer with a total crime rate of 1,283 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 65% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lakewood has 142.1. Lakewood 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 Lakewood, OH
Lakewood, Ohio, a densely populated suburb west of Cleveland, is known for its historic housing stock, including many turn-of-the-century homes. Its narrow, tree-lined streets lead to Lake Erie on its northern border. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 49,272, Lakewood has a total crime rate of 1,282.7 per 100,000 residents.