Is Austin or Northbridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Northbridge is safer than Austin (Safety Score 95/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 404 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 89% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Northbridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 58.6x 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 | Northbridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 404.5 | +3,304.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 71.4 | +396.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 11.9 | +55.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.0 | +79.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 53.5 | +253.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 333.1 | +2,908.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 59.5 | +385.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 267.7 | +1,930.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 6.0 | +592.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Northbridge safer?
Northbridge is safer with a total crime rate of 404 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 89% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Northbridge has 71.4. Northbridge 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 Northbridge, MA
Northbridge, a central Massachusetts town, is home to the historic Linwood Mill. Its population of around 16,000 residents is spread across its villages, including Whitinsville. With a safety score of 95/100 and a population coverage of 16,813, Northbridge has a total crime rate of 404.5 per 100,000 residents.