Is Austin or Upper Arlington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Upper Arlington is safer than Austin (Safety Score 80/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 827 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 Upper Arlington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 27.8x 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 | Upper Arlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 827.5 | +2,881.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 28.2 | +439.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 8.5 | +59.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 14.1 | +71.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 5.7 | +301.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 799.2 | +2,442.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 81.9 | +363.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 590.2 | +1,607.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 127.1 | +471.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Upper Arlington safer?
Upper Arlington is safer with a total crime rate of 827 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 Upper Arlington has 28.2. Upper Arlington 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 Upper Arlington, OH
Upper Arlington, a Columbus suburb, was founded by the King and Godard Land Company. It's known for its tree-lined streets and affluent single-family homes, with a population exceeding 36,000. With a safety score of 80/100 and a population coverage of 35,410, Upper Arlington has a total crime rate of 827.5 per 100,000 residents.