Is Austin or The Colony Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, The Colony is safer than Austin (Safety Score 54/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,569 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 58% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where The Colony has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 21.5x 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 | The Colony | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,568.7 | +2,140.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 190.3 | +277.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.2 | +4.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 39.4 | +28.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 17.5 | +67.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 131.3 | +176.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,378.3 | +1,863.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 131.3 | +313.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,109.2 | +1,088.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 137.8 | +460.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or The Colony safer?
The Colony is safer with a total crime rate of 1,569 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 58% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while The Colony has 190.3. The Colony 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 The Colony, TX
The Colony, Texas, a rapidly growing suburb in Denton County, was originally conceived as a lakeside residential community near Lewisville Lake. Its population of over 44,000 residents enjoys proximity to major Dallas-Fort Worth amenities. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 45,708, The Colony has a total crime rate of 1,568.7 per 100,000 residents.