Is Austin or West Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, West Haven is safer than Austin (Safety Score 62/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,343 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 64% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where West Haven has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 18.0x 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 Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,342.5 | +2,366.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 104.4 | +363.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.7 | +2.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 14.7 | +53.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 40.3 | +45.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 45.8 | +261.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,238.1 | +2,003.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 122.7 | +322.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 838.9 | +1,359.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 276.6 | +322.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or West Haven safer?
West Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 1,343 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while West Haven has 104.4. West Haven 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 Haven, CT
West Haven, a coastal city in New Haven County, is home to the University of New Haven. Its long shoreline along Long Island Sound is a defining geographic feature. With a safety score of 62/100 and a population coverage of 54,598, West Haven has a total crime rate of 1,342.5 per 100,000 residents.