Is Austin or Millbrook Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Millbrook is safer than Austin (Safety Score 11/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,681 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 1% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Millbrook has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 55.8x 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 | Millbrook | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,680.6 | +28.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 243.9 | +223.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 28.4 | +39.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 22.7 | +62.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 192.8 | +114.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,436.7 | -194.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 147.5 | +297.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,153.2 | -955.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 136.1 | +462.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Millbrook safer?
Millbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 3,681 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Millbrook has 243.9. Millbrook 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 Millbrook, AL
Millbrook, Alabama, a growing city in Elmore County, sits just north of Montgomery. Known for its annual Millbrook Revelry, a community festival, it's experiencing a population boom as a suburban area. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 17,633, Millbrook has a total crime rate of 3,680.6 per 100,000 residents.