Is Austin or North Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Haven is safer than Austin (Safety Score 25/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 28% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 40.5x 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 | North Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,662.3 | +1,047.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 37.0 | +430.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 4.1 | +63.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 28.8 | +56.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 4.1 | +303.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,625.3 | +616.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 205.4 | +239.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,140.5 | +57.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 279.4 | +319.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or North Haven safer?
North Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while North Haven has 37.0. North Haven 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 North Haven, CT
North Haven, a suburban town in New Haven County, is home to Quinnipiac University's York Hill Campus. Situated along the Quinnipiac River, it's a community with a rich agricultural past and a current population of around 24,000. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 24,340, North Haven has a total crime rate of 2,662.3 per 100,000 residents.