Is it DANGEROUS to Live in Austin Texas? How Safe is Austin?

Is Austin dangerous? That’s one of the first questions people ask before moving here—and depending on what you read online, the answers can be confusing. In this video, I break down what safety in Austin actually looks like in 2026, why the city feels less safe to some people, and how safety really depends on which neighborhood you choose.

We’ll zoom out and look at Austin as a whole, then zoom in on specific neighborhoods and suburbs—what it’s like to live there, typical home prices, and why these areas are popular with buyers who prioritize safety, lifestyle, and comfort.

Whether you’re relocating from out of state or just starting your Austin home search, this video will give you a realistic, boots-on-the-ground perspective.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✅ Is Austin actually dangerous—or is it misunderstood?
✅ The difference between property crime vs. violent crime in Austin
✅ Why Austin feels different than it did 5–15 years ago
✅ Why neighborhood choice matters more than city-wide crime stats
✅ Safe, popular Austin neighborhoods buyers love in 2025
✅ Typical home prices by area—from mid-$400s to multi-million-dollar homes

🏡 Neighborhoods & Areas Covered:
• Circle C (Southwest Austin)
• Tarrytown (West of Downtown)
• Allandale (North Central Austin)
• Westlake Hills & Rollingwood
• Leander (Crystal Falls & Travisso)
• Round Rock

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0:00 Is Austin Dangerous? The Real Answer
0:40 Austin Crime Rate Explained
1:24 Why Austin Feels Less Safe
2:26 Why Neighborhood Choice Matters
3:23 Circle C Austin (Safety & Home Prices)
6:05 Tarrytown Austin Overview
7:31 Allandale Austin Overview
8:40 Westlake Hills & Rollingwood
10:11 Leander Texas (Safe Suburb)
11:04 Round Rock Texas Overview
12:15 Final Thoughts: Is Austin Safe?


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We're here to make your journey easy and exciting! Drop your questions in the comments, and don’t forget to grab your FREE relocation guide—click the link above or check the pinned comment.

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SHANNON GREEN
Austin Real Estate Expert
Shannon Green Real Estate | eXp Realty
🏢 9600 Great Hills Trl, Ste 150W Austin, TX 78759
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