Is Austin or New Windsor Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New Windsor Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 77/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 938 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 75% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New Windsor Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.4x 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 | New Windsor Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 938.5 | +2,770.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 97.1 | +370.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 25.2 | +42.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 3.6 | +81.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 68.3 | +238.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 841.4 | +2,400.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 46.7 | +398.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 780.3 | +1,417.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 14.4 | +584.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or New Windsor Town safer?
New Windsor Town is safer with a total crime rate of 938 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 75% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while New Windsor Town has 97.1. New Windsor Town 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 New Windsor Town, NY
New Windsor, a town in Orange County, New York, sits on the west bank of the Hudson River. Home to the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, it's a suburban community with a rich Revolutionary War history. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 27,811, New Windsor Town has a total crime rate of 938.5 per 100,000 residents.