After more than six decades of exclusively serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area, A-1 Locksmith is proud to announce Liberty Safe sales, delivery, and service in Austin, Texas. Located at 937 Reinli St., this new showroom will give Austin residents access to an authorized dealer for Liberty Safes, and help make shopping for their next safe easier.

Liberty Safe Services in Austin, TX

Open by appointment only, the Liberty Safe location in Austin will offer safe sales, repairs, and installation services. Here’s a little more information about each:

• Safe sales: From security, and gun safes to safe accessories, we have a wide variety of options to browse in our safe, and vault showroom. There’s no better way to improve your home security than shopping in person and talking to an expert.
• Safe repairs: Have an issue with your existing safe? We offer safe repair services as well, and our licensed technicians can even visit you with mobile services if needed. Each member of our team is certified, trained, and has undergone a background check, so you can ensure that we’re there for you whenever and wherever you are in Austin.
• Safe delivery, and installation: Just as we’ve done for thousands of DFW residents, we can deliver and install your home safe, even if you didn’t purchase from us. Just give us a call to discuss your needs, and we’ll give you a quote.

About A-1 Locksmith

A-1 Locksmith has been serving Texas since 1949 and we’re eager to demonstrate why our reputation is so strong to Austin residents. We want to be your go-to shop in the Austin area for security safes, and vaults, which is why we’re bringing our partnership with Liberty Safe to life for you in the form of a new retail location. We have an A+ rating with the BBB, more than 8,000 reviews, and a rich history of satisfied customers, so we can’t wait to prove our reliability, and ensure your satisfaction with our products, and/or services.

Please note that our Liberty Safe showroom in Austin, Texas, is by appointment only, so be sure to schedule an appointment ahead of time before you come in so we can serve you better and help you find the home or gun safe that best fits your needs. 

Let’s take a look at 10 Dallas crime-related statistics that may surprise you. 

1. Nearly a million people applied for a new Texas driver’s license from 2018 to 2021.

According to a recent news article, “Nearly a million people applied for a new Texas driver’s license from 2018 to 2021. Most of them, 161,456 to be exact, came from California, followed by Washington, Nevada and Oregon.” Part of the reason for increasing crime is likely due to the influx of new residents.

2. Dallas ranks #30 among Texas cities for crime rate per 100,000 people.

With a rate of 764.94 crimes per 100,000 people, Dallas ranks toward the higher end of incidents among Texas cities. Only Houston has a higher population in cities that rank above Dallas, while areas like Arlington, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio have lower rates. (Data from Macrotrends.)

3. Dallas’ property crime rate is 36.51 incidents per 1,000 residents.

According to NeighborhoodScout, this ranks higher than the Texas average of 22.62 incidents per 1,000 residents. (The United States national median is 19.)

4. Your chances of being a victim of violent crime in Dallas is 1 in 113.

This is compared to 1 in 222 for Texas, and even lower for the United States’ average. (NeighborhoodScout)

5. The Dallas TX crime rate declined by 1.25 percent from 2017 to 2018.

According to Macrotrends, “The Dallas TX crime rate for 2018 was 764.94 per 100,000 population, a 1.25% decline from 2017.”

6. Dallas has 153 crimes per square mile, on average.

This is much higher than the Texas average of 27 and the national median of 26.9, according to NeighborhoodScout. 

7. Trophy Club has one of the lowest DFW crime rates, at 15.28 per 100,000 people.

Among DFW cities with a rate above zero, Trophy Club is one of the safest in the state, and has a population of 13,090. (Macrotrends)

8. The average top-priority response time for the Dallas Police Department is 9.3 minutes.

This is compared to an average of 60.9 minutes for Priority 2 incidents, 333.7 minutes for Priority 3 incidents, and 405.4 minutes for Priority 4 incidents. (Dallas Police Department)

9. Dallas has a crime index of 5 out of 100.

This means that Dallas is safer than only five percent of U.S. cities. (NeighborhoodScout)

10. Southeast Dallas has the highest number of violent crimes in the city.

As of this writing, Southeast Dallas had almost 2,000 violent crime incidents in Southeast Dallas, compared to lower numbers for South Central, Northeast and Southwest Dallas. (Dallas Police Department)

If you’d like to talk to a professional locksmith about improvements you can make in your home including entry points, and general home security, contact us today at  (972) 284-7500 or stop by any of our DFW-area locations today.

Stay Updated

First off, knowledge isn’t just power when it comes to the world of firearms. It’s safe as well. The good news is that there are a variety of resources out there to ensure you have the gun safety knowledge you need for Fort Worth and beyond. The National Rifle Association (NRA), for example, provides firearm training and you can find a variety of articles, videos, and other resources to expand your firearm knowledge.

Train Regularly

Whether you have (or are interested in) a handgun, shotgun or other type of firearm or weapon, you should train with it regularly so you know how to use it if a situation ever arises. There are a variety of firearm training classes in Texas, so you have plenty of options.

Invest In A Good Safe

There’s a safety campaign called “Keep ‘Em Safe Texas,” which prioritizes safe gun storage—specifically, keeping firearms out of the hands of kids. Preventing accidents is just as important as keeping guns out of criminal hands, which is why a good gun safe is more important than ever. Consult with a professional locksmith to identify the best safe to meet your needs, as features, and quality vary by brand, and model. 

Get the Right Accessories

Texas is humid. As such, a safe dehumidifier might be a smart investment for Fort Worth gun owners seeking to keep firearms, and ammunition in good working order. You don’t want rust, dirt or debris compromising the integrity of your gun and putting those who handle it at risk, so look into all the safe, and firearm accessories available to you and shop accordingly.

Consult with a Professional

At the end of the day, the best way to increase your knowledge is to speak with an expert. Gun safety is no different and there are resources available in government, the military, law enforcement and emergency response. But a locksmith and/or safe technician can be another valuable resource for safety, particularly in the area of safe gun storage. Be sure to speak with someone who knows more than you and you’ll be doing your part for gun safety in Fort Worth.

If you’d like more security advice related to firearms or any other area of your home, stop by one of our A-1 Locksmith locations in Fort Worth today.