Is Austin or Plainville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Plainville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 54/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,577 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 57% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Plainville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 56.3x 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 | Plainville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,576.8 | +2,132.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 68.6 | +398.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 17.1 | +50.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 5.7 | +79.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 45.7 | +261.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,508.2 | +1,733.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 68.6 | +376.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,222.6 | +975.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 217.1 | +381.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Plainville safer?
Plainville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,577 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Plainville has 68.6. Plainville 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 Plainville, CT
Plainville, CT, a town of 17,000 in Hartford County, was once home to the American Silver Company. Its central Connecticut location offers access to major routes. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 17,504, Plainville has a total crime rate of 1,576.8 per 100,000 residents.