Is Austin or Norwood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Norwood is safer than Austin (Safety Score 79/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 880 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 76% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norwood has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 31.1x 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 | Norwood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 880.0 | +2,829.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 167.2 | +300.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 3.2 | +64.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.5 | +76.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 154.6 | +152.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 712.8 | +2,529.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 53.6 | +391.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 545.7 | +1,652.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 113.6 | +485.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Norwood safer?
Norwood is safer with a total crime rate of 880 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 76% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Norwood has 167.2. Norwood 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 Norwood, MA
Norwood, a Middlesex County town, is home to the historic Norwood Theatre. This suburban community, once a hub for printing, lies just southwest of Boston. With a safety score of 79/100 and a population coverage of 31,704, Norwood has a total crime rate of 880.0 per 100,000 residents.