Is Austin or Shaler Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shaler Township is safer than Austin (Safety Score 88/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 604 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 84% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Shaler Township has a 96% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 36.7x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Shaler Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 604.5 | +3,104.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 48.5 | +419.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.7 | +2.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 11.2 | +56.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 3.7 | +81.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 29.9 | +277.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 556.0 | +2,685.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 56.0 | +389.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 485.1 | +1,713.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 14.9 | +583.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Shaler Township safer?
Shaler Township is safer with a total crime rate of 604 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 84% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Shaler Township has 48.5. Shaler Township 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 Shaler Township, PA
Shaler Township, a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, spans the hills along Pine Creek. It was once a prominent agricultural area, now a diverse residential community with a population around 28,000. With a safety score of 88/100 and a population coverage of 26,801, Shaler Township has a total crime rate of 604.5 per 100,000 residents.