Is Austin or Liberty Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Liberty Township is safer than Austin (Safety Score 49/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,709 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 54% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Liberty Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 82.9x 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 | Liberty Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,709.2 | +2,000.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 185.2 | +282.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 67.4 | +0.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 25.3 | +60.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 92.6 | +214.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,524.0 | +1,717.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 75.8 | +369.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,305.0 | +893.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 143.1 | +455.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Liberty Township safer?
Liberty Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,709 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Liberty Township has 185.2. Liberty Township 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 Liberty Township, OH
Liberty Township, Ohio, part of Butler County, was established in 1803. This growing suburban area, home to over 40,000 residents, features the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 11,877, Liberty Township has a total crime rate of 1,709.2 per 100,000 residents.