Is Austin or Tewksbury Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tewksbury is safer than Austin (Safety Score 69/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tewksbury has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 30.9x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Tewksbury | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,124.8 | +2,584.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 254.5 | +213.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 50.3 | +17.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.4 | +76.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 194.8 | +112.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 870.3 | +2,371.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 75.4 | +369.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 732.1 | +1,466.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 62.8 | +535.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Tewksbury safer?
Tewksbury is safer with a total crime rate of 1,125 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Tewksbury has 254.5. Tewksbury 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 Tewksbury, MA
Tewksbury, a town incorporated in 1734, is part of Middlesex County and home to the Tewksbury State Hospital. Located just north of Lowell, it's primarily a residential community with a population of over 30,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 31,827, Tewksbury has a total crime rate of 1,124.8 per 100,000 residents.