Is Austin or Newington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newington is safer than Austin (Safety Score 35/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 40% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Newington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 31.3x 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 | Newington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,212.4 | +1,497.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 76.2 | +391.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 25.4 | +42.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 22.2 | +63.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 28.6 | +278.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,136.2 | +1,105.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 177.8 | +267.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,815.6 | +382.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 142.8 | +455.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Newington safer?
Newington is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Newington has 76.2. Newington 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 Newington, CT
Newington, Connecticut, a Hartford suburb, is home to the first-ever organized town-wide park and recreation department. Situated just south of West Hartford, the town has a population of over 30,000 residents. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 31,504, Newington has a total crime rate of 2,212.4 per 100,000 residents.