78721 Safety Report
ZIP • AUSTIN, TXSummary
78721 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 34 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $318K (-29.2% vs area average), median household income of $121K (+13.0% vs area average), population density of 2,771 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 90.83% (-3.7% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 78721
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 78721 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 notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most zips in the region. This area ranks #23 out of 34 zips analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
579
Total Incidents
48.3
Monthly Average
#23 / 34
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 78721 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 0:00 (42 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 7:00 when incident rates drop to 10. 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 78721 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 zip in Austin experiences approximately 0 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in TX neighborhoods like 78721 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 78721 is Disorderly Conduct | Criminal Mischief, accounting for 14.5% of all incidents (84 cases). This is followed by Disorderly Conduct | Harassment at 9.2% (53 cases). 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
2,771.4
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #24 of 34 zips
-35.0% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
90.8%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #32 of 34 zips
-3.7% vs area average
Median Home Value
$318,198.9
average estimate
Ranks #25 of 34 zips
-29.2% vs area average
Median Household Income
$121,327.62
average estimate
Ranks #12 of 34 zips
+13.0% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.