Is Austin or Locust Grove Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Locust Grove is safer than Austin (Safety Score 16/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,223 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 13% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Locust Grove has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 82.2x 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 | Locust Grove | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,222.6 | +486.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 258.8 | +208.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 133.6 | -65.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 41.7 | +43.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 83.5 | +223.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,963.8 | +278.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 192.0 | +253.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,571.4 | -373.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 200.4 | +398.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Locust Grove safer?
Locust Grove is safer with a total crime rate of 3,223 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Locust Grove has 258.8. Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove, GA
Locust Grove, a city in Henry County, Georgia, grew around its railroad stop. Its population was 7,723 in 2020, with a rich agricultural history. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 11,978, Locust Grove has a total crime rate of 3,222.6 per 100,000 residents.