78704 Safety Report
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Summary
78704 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 34 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $571K (+26.9% vs area average), median household income of $100K (-7.0% vs area average), population density of 5,745 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 93.11% (-1.2% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 78704
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 78704 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 zip was compared against 34 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 zip in Austin, TX.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for zips in the region. This area ranks #26 out of 34 zips analyzed.
1,421
Total Incidents
118.4
Monthly Average
#26 / 34
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 78704 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 0:00 (119 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 27. 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 78704 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2023-07 with 144 incidents, while 2024-02 saw the lowest activity at 97 incidents. On average, this zip in Austin experiences approximately 118 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 14% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in TX neighborhoods like 78704 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 78704 is Disorderly Conduct | Criminal Mischief, accounting for 29.3% of all incidents (416 cases). This is followed by Trespassing | Criminal Trespass at 13.4% (190 cases). The top three categories combined represent 51% 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
5,744.85
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #8 of 34 zips
+34.6% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
93.1%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #23 of 34 zips
-1.2% vs area average
Median Home Value
$570,520.41
average estimate
Ranks #7 of 34 zips
+26.9% vs area average
Median Household Income
$99,822.84
average estimate
Ranks #18 of 34 zips
-7.0% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.