Is Austin or Seagoville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Seagoville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 52/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,633 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 56% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Seagoville has a 77% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 48.4x 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 | Seagoville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,633.1 | +2,076.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 108.2 | +359.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.9 | +1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.5 | +38.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 34.4 | +51.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 39.4 | +267.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,524.9 | +1,717.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 305.0 | +140.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 762.5 | +1,435.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 457.5 | +141.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Seagoville safer?
Seagoville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,633 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Seagoville has 108.2. Seagoville 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 Seagoville, TX
Seagoville, Texas, once known as "Little Chicago" for its early 20th-century boom, is a southeastern Dallas County suburb. Its predominantly residential character reflects a growing population within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 20,329, Seagoville has a total crime rate of 1,633.1 per 100,000 residents.