Is Austin or Southboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Southboro is safer than Austin (Safety Score 98/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 282 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 92% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Southboro has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 92.7x 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 | Southboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 282.5 | +3,426.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 56.5 | +411.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 28.3 | +39.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 28.3 | +279.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 226.0 | +3,015.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 18.8 | +426.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 197.7 | +2,000.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 9.4 | +589.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Southboro safer?
Southboro is safer with a total crime rate of 282 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 92% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Southboro has 56.5. Southboro 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 Southboro, MA
Southborough, MA, a affluent suburb west of Boston, is home to the prestigious Fay School, the nation's oldest junior boarding school. Its leafy streets and large properties are characteristic of a wealthy New England town. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 10,620, Southboro has a total crime rate of 282.5 per 100,000 residents.