Is Austin or Weatherford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Weatherford is safer than Austin (Safety Score 49/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,712 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 54% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Weatherford has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 24.2x 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 | Weatherford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,712.3 | +1,997.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 171.7 | +295.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.5 | +4.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 49.1 | +18.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.8 | +75.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 110.4 | +196.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,540.5 | +1,701.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 139.8 | +305.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,297.7 | +900.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 103.0 | +495.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Weatherford safer?
Weatherford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,712 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Weatherford has 171.7. Weatherford 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 Weatherford, TX
Weatherford, the "Watermelon Capital of the World," is a city in Parker County, Texas, known for its historic downtown and annual Peach Festival. It sits west of Fort Worth, with a population exceeding 36,000. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 40,765, Weatherford has a total crime rate of 1,712.3 per 100,000 residents.