Is Austin or London Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, London is safer than Austin (Safety Score 80/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 847 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 77% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where London has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 92.7x 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 | London | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 847.2 | +2,862.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 122.4 | +345.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.4 | -2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 18.8 | +48.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 94.1 | +213.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 724.8 | +2,517.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 94.1 | +351.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 611.9 | +1,586.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 18.8 | +579.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or London safer?
London is safer with a total crime rate of 847 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 77% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while London has 122.4. London 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 London, OH
London, Ohio, the county seat of Madison County, is a small city west of Columbus. It's known for its annual London Strawberry Festival and sits in a predominantly rural agricultural region. With a safety score of 80/100 and a population coverage of 10,623, London has a total crime rate of 847.2 per 100,000 residents.