Is Austin or Sylvania Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sylvania is safer than Austin (Safety Score 81/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 804 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 78% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sylvania has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 51.7x 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 | Sylvania | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 803.8 | +2,905.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 63.1 | +404.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 10.5 | +57.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.5 | +74.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 42.0 | +265.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 740.8 | +2,501.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 63.1 | +382.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 635.7 | +1,562.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 42.0 | +556.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sylvania safer?
Sylvania is safer with a total crime rate of 804 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Sylvania has 63.1. Sylvania 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 Sylvania, OH
Sylvania, a Toledo suburb, is known for Lourdes University and its historic downtown. Situated in Lucas County, it's a community with a median age in the late 30s. With a safety score of 81/100 and a population coverage of 19,034, Sylvania has a total crime rate of 803.8 per 100,000 residents.