Is Austin or Littleton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Littleton is safer than Austin (Safety Score 24/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 26% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Littleton has a 66% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 22.3x 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 | Littleton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,731.7 | +977.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 213.3 | +254.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.3 | +4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 77.1 | -9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 34.0 | +51.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 99.8 | +207.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,518.4 | +723.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 349.4 | +95.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,654.0 | +544.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 515.0 | +83.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Littleton safer?
Littleton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Littleton has 213.3. Littleton 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 Littleton, CO
Littleton, CO, incorporated in 1890, grew along the South Platte River, historically a gold rush supply hub. This Denver suburb of over 45,000 residents lies just south of the city, at the foothills of the Rockies. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 44,076, Littleton has a total crime rate of 2,731.7 per 100,000 residents.