Is Austin or West Hartford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, West Hartford is safer than Austin (Safety Score 23/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,796 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 25% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where West Hartford has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 15.4x 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 | West Hartford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,795.9 | +913.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 64.0 | +403.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 4.7 | +63.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 43.7 | +41.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 15.6 | +291.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,732.0 | +509.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 243.4 | +201.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,248.3 | -50.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 240.3 | +358.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or West Hartford safer?
West Hartford is safer with a total crime rate of 2,796 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 25% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while West Hartford has 64.0. West Hartford 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 West Hartford, CT
West Hartford, a affluent suburb of Hartford, is home to Elizabeth Park, America's oldest public rose garden. It's a densely populated town with a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 64,093, West Hartford has a total crime rate of 2,795.9 per 100,000 residents.