Is Austin or North Reading Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Reading is safer than Austin (Safety Score 93/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 472 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 87% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Reading has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 59.6x 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 | North Reading | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 471.8 | +3,237.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 66.5 | +401.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 6.1 | +61.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.1 | +79.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 54.4 | +252.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 405.3 | +2,836.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 48.4 | +396.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 338.8 | +1,859.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 18.2 | +580.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or North Reading safer?
North Reading is safer with a total crime rate of 472 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 87% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while North Reading has 66.5. North Reading 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 Reading, MA
North Reading, a Middlesex County town, is largely residential, with its center near the Ipswich River. Incorporated in 1853, it retains a semi-rural character, despite its proximity to Boston. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 16,531, North Reading has a total crime rate of 471.8 per 100,000 residents.