Is Austin or Newcastle Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newcastle is safer than Austin (Safety Score 76/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 961 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 74% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Newcastle has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 65.2x 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 | Newcastle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 960.5 | +2,748.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 125.9 | +341.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.6 | 0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.9 | +47.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 99.4 | +207.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 834.7 | +2,407.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 212.0 | +233.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 490.2 | +1,707.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 132.5 | +466.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Newcastle safer?
Newcastle is safer with a total crime rate of 961 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Newcastle has 125.9. Newcastle 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 Newcastle, OK
Newcastle, Oklahoma, a town incorporated in 1903, is a growing community in McClain County, south of Oklahoma City. Its early development was tied to agriculture and the nearby South Canadian River. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 15,096, Newcastle has a total crime rate of 960.5 per 100,000 residents.