Is Austin or Newnan Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newnan is safer than Austin (Safety Score 33/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,298 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 38% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Newnan has a 56% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 21.6x 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 | Newnan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,297.7 | +1,411.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 554.2 | -86.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.6 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 61.3 | +6.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 37.2 | +48.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 446.8 | -139.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,743.5 | +1,498.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 140.2 | +305.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,522.3 | +675.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 81.0 | +517.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Newnan safer?
Newnan is safer with a total crime rate of 2,298 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Newnan has 554.2. Austin 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 Newnan, GA
Newnan, Georgia, a historic city known for its antebellum homes, is the seat of Coweta County. Located southwest of Atlanta, its population is over 40,000 residents. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 45,655, Newnan has a total crime rate of 2,297.7 per 100,000 residents.