Is Austin or Westfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Westfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 74/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 998 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Westfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 23.9x 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 | Westfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 998.3 | +2,711.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 191.4 | +276.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.8 | +45.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.7 | +75.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 159.9 | +147.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 806.9 | +2,435.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 75.1 | +370.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 647.0 | +1,551.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 84.8 | +513.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Westfield safer?
Westfield is safer with a total crime rate of 998 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Westfield has 191.4. Westfield 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 Westfield, MA
Westfield, a city in Hampden County, was historically known for its whip manufacturing industry. Situated in the foothills of the Berkshires, its population is around 40,000. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 41,270, Westfield has a total crime rate of 998.3 per 100,000 residents.