Is Austin or Natick Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Natick is safer than Austin (Safety Score 61/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,349 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 64% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Natick has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.6x 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 | Natick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,348.7 | +2,360.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 213.1 | +254.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 10.8 | +56.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.1 | +77.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 194.2 | +113.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,135.6 | +2,106.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 72.8 | +372.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,035.8 | +1,162.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 27.0 | +571.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Natick safer?
Natick is safer with a total crime rate of 1,349 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Natick has 213.1. Natick 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 Natick, MA
Natick, Massachusetts, a town in Middlesex County, is home to the world's first industrial park. Its population of over 36,000 residents enjoys a suburban landscape just 17 miles west of Boston. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 37,073, Natick has a total crime rate of 1,348.7 per 100,000 residents.