Is Austin or Lawrenceville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lawrenceville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 28/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,497 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 33% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lawrenceville has a 40% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 31.6x 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 | Lawrenceville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,496.8 | +1,212.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 324.1 | +143.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.6 | -3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 38.5 | +29.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 51.4 | +34.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 224.7 | +82.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,172.7 | +1,069.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 398.0 | +47.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,643.1 | +555.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 131.6 | +467.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lawrenceville safer?
Lawrenceville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,497 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 33% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lawrenceville has 324.1. Lawrenceville 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 Lawrenceville, GA
Lawrenceville, the county seat of Gwinnett, dates back to 1821 and is home to the Aurora Theatre. It's a rapidly growing exurb northeast of Atlanta, with a diverse population of over 30,000. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 31,160, Lawrenceville has a total crime rate of 2,496.8 per 100,000 residents.