Dawson Safety Report
NEIGHBORHOOD • AUSTIN, TXSummary
Dawson has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 65 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $415K (-1.5% vs area average), median household income of $114K (+27.9% vs area average), population density of 5,943 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 94.85% (+1.2% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Dawson
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Dawson in Austin, TX receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 65 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Austin, TX.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #49 out of 65 neighborhoods analyzed.
160
Total Incidents
13.3
Monthly Average
#49 / 65
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Dawson show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the evening hours, with the highest concentration at 20:00 (14 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the afternoon, particularly around 16:00 when incident rates drop to 2. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Austin, TX can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Dawson reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2024-11 with 0 incidents, while 2025-10 saw the lowest activity at 0 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Austin experiences approximately 0 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in TX neighborhoods like Dawson tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Dawson is Disorderly Conduct | Criminal Mischief, accounting for 33.8% of all incidents (54 cases). This is followed by Trespassing | Criminal Trespass at 12.5% (20 cases). The top three categories combined represent 54% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Austin, TX helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
5,943
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #28 of 65 neighborhoods
-1.5% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
94.8%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #24 of 65 neighborhoods
+1.2% vs area average
Median Home Value
$415,200
average estimate
Ranks #29 of 65 neighborhoods
-1.5% vs area average
Median Household Income
$113,750
average estimate
Ranks #13 of 65 neighborhoods
+27.9% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.