Is Austin or Westbrook Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Westbrook is safer than Austin (Safety Score 62/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,330 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 property crime, where Westbrook has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 47.8x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Westbrook | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,329.6 | +2,379.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 174.7 | +292.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.9 | +1.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 34.0 | +33.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 34.0 | +51.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 101.9 | +205.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,154.9 | +2,087.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 116.5 | +328.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 936.5 | +1,261.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 101.9 | +496.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Westbrook safer?
Westbrook is safer with a total crime rate of 1,330 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 Westbrook has 174.7. Westbrook 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 Westbrook, ME
Westbrook, a city on the Presumpscot River, was once a thriving mill town. Its diverse population of over 20,000 residents enjoys proximity to both Portland and Sebago Lake. With a safety score of 62/100 and a population coverage of 20,608, Westbrook has a total crime rate of 1,329.6 per 100,000 residents.