Is Austin or Sherwood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sherwood is safer than Austin (Safety Score 27/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,571 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 31% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sherwood has a 54% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 29.6x 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 | Sherwood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,570.5 | +1,138.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 635.1 | -167.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.0 | +3.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.1 | +34.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 39.1 | +46.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 559.9 | -252.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,935.4 | +1,306.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 286.0 | +159.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,453.8 | +744.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 195.7 | +403.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sherwood safer?
Sherwood is safer with a total crime rate of 2,571 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Sherwood has 635.1. 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 Sherwood, AR
Sherwood, Arkansas, a suburb north of Little Rock, was once known as Jacksonville-Little Rock Road. This Pulaski County city is home to over 32,000 residents. With a safety score of 27/100 and a population coverage of 33,223, Sherwood has a total crime rate of 2,570.5 per 100,000 residents.