Is Austin or Lower Burrell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lower Burrell is safer than Austin (Safety Score 97/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 322 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 91% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lower Burrell has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 85.6x 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 | Lower Burrell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 321.7 | +3,387.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 86.9 | +380.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 86.9 | +220.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 234.7 | +3,007.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 26.1 | +419.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 182.6 | +2,015.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 26.1 | +572.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lower Burrell safer?
Lower Burrell is safer with a total crime rate of 322 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 91% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lower Burrell has 86.9. Lower Burrell 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 Lower Burrell, PA
Lower Burrell, a suburban community in Westmoreland County, was incorporated from Burrell Township in 1959. It lies along the Allegheny River, home to a predominantly residential population. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 11,502, Lower Burrell has a total crime rate of 321.7 per 100,000 residents.