Is Austin or San Leandro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than San Leandro (Safety Score 11/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,472 for San Leandro — 17% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Austin has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 11.7x 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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San Leandro — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | San Leandro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,471.5 | -762.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 548.7 | -81.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.8 | +1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.0 | +48.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 280.3 | -194.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 244.7 | +62.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,922.8 | -680.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 574.8 | -129.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,134.2 | +63.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 1,213.8 | -615.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or San Leandro safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,472 for San Leandro — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while San Leandro has 548.7. Austin 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 San Leandro, CA
San Leandro, a diverse East Bay city, once housed a thriving cherry industry. It sits along the San Francisco Bay, with a significant Hispanic and Asian population. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 84,200, San Leandro has a total crime rate of 4,471.5 per 100,000 residents.