When choosing a property for rent or purchase, the safety of the neighborhood is a significant concern. Naturally, you want to move to a place with good security. Properties close to the station are always popular, but areas near stations tend to have higher foot traffic and, consequently, lower safety compared to residential areas. In such cases, choosing a property with robust security features is advisable. This article examines crime rates by neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward. Understanding the characteristics of each area will help ensure a safe and comfortable new life.
Reference: Metropolitan Police Department crime statistics by district and type of crime (2021)
: Shinagawa Ward household and population data - monthly table by district and neighborhood
We investigated the number of crimes in Tokyo's 23 wards in 2021. Shinagawa Ward ranked fifth in terms of the lowest number of crimes, with a total of 1,818 incidents. This suggests that Shinagawa is one of the safer wards in the 23 wards of Tokyo.
2021 Crime Rates in Tokyo's 23 Wards
| Rank | Ward | Number of Crimes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunkyo | 808 |
| 2 | Arakawa | 1078 |
| 3 | Meguro | 1417 |
| 4 | Sumida | 1817 |
| 5 | Shinagawa | 1818 |
Reference: Metropolitan Police Department crime statistics by district and type of crime (2021)
Let's quickly unveil the top 10 safest neighborhoods in Shinagawa Ward! The rankings are based on the number of crimes per household in each neighborhood, with lower numbers indicating higher safety. Crime statistics are sourced from the "2021 Metropolitan Police Department crime statistics by district and type of crime", and household numbers are from the "Shinagawa Ward household and population data - monthly table by district and neighborhood as of March 1, 2022."
The safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Higashi-Oi 4-Chome! Congratulations. Higashi-Oi 4-Chome is located about a five-minute walk straight down Oi Ginza Street. This area features Oi Park and even has an ancient burial mound, though it's hard to spot. Beyond the area lined with restaurants, a very calm, high-end space spreads out centered around the park.
(1) Safety in Higashi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,318
Number of crimes: 1
Crimes per household: 0.00076
(2) Crime Statistics in Higashi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 1
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 0
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 0
Others: 1
(3) Household and Population in Higashi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,318
Population: 2,516
Males: 1,210
Females: 1,306
(4) Atmosphere of Oimachi Station [YouTube]
The second safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Togoshi 4-Chome! Congratulations. Togoshi 4-Chome is located between Togoshi Station and Togoshi-Koen Station. Beyond Togoshi 4-Chome are Bunko no Mori Park and Togoshi Park, giving the area a fresh feel. The Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street is also nearby, making shopping very convenient. There are Ozeki Togoshi Park Store and OK Store along National Route 1 a short walk away. Despite being close to the station and having many shops, the low crime rate strongly reflects the area's safety. The rental prices in this area are stable, making it highly recommended!
(1) Safety in Togoshi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,161
Number of crimes: 1
Crimes per household: 0.00086
(2) Crime Statistics in Togoshi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 1
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 0
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 0
Others: 1
(3) Household and Population in Togoshi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,161
Population: 2,005
Males: 1,210
Females: 1,306
(4) Atmosphere of Togoshi Ginza Station [YouTube]
The third safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Toyocho 3-Chome! Congratulations. This is the second entry for the Togoshi Park area! It’s located south of Togoshi Park Station on the Oimachi Line, and there are many rental apartments in the area. Being very close to the station, residents can easily access the Togoshi Park Street Shopping District. The low crime rate in such a conveniently located area highlights the excellent safety of the Togoshi Park area.
(1) Safety in Toyocho 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 770
Number of crimes: 1
Crimes per household: 0.00130
(2) Crime Statistics in Toyocho 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 1
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 0
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 0
Others: 1
(3) Household and Population in Toyocho 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 770
Population: 1,438
Males: 679
Females: 759
The fourth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Ebara 7-Chome! Congratulations. Ebara 7-Chome is a residential area located between Nishi-Koyama and Senzoku Stations on the Meguro Line, and Hatanodai Station on the Oimachi Line. It’s about a 10-minute walk to either station, making it very convenient. The area’s western side features Takai Road, a famous spot for cherry blossoms. The nearby Showa University Hospital adds to the sense of security. Additionally, Ebara 7-Chome is part of the popular No. 2 Enzan Elementary School district, a notable school in the area. The Summit Nishi-Koyama Store is also nearby for convenient shopping. The proximity to Musashi-Koyama is another plus.
(1) Safety in Ebara 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,387
Number of crimes: 2
Crimes per household: 0.00144
(2) Crime Statistics in Ebara 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 2
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 1
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 1
Others: 0
(3) Household and Population in Ebara 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,387
Population: 2,729
Males: 1,315
Females: 1,414
(4) Atmosphere of Takai Road
The fifth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Koyama 7-Chome! Congratulations. Koyama 7-Chome is located on the east side of Senzoku Station, known for its luxury residential area. The presence of the Ebara Police Senzoku Substation in the area adds a sense of security. The Senzoku area is recognized for its safety, with Senzoku 1-Chome and 2-Chome also ranking high in safety. The station is quite modest with few shops, but it’s a walkable distance to Nishikoyama, Hatanodai, and Ookayama. Despite having few shops, the area is still very convenient. From Senzoku Station, you can catch the "Shibu 71" Tokyu Bus line to Shibuya Station, passing through Meguro Street near Gakugei University, Komazawa Street near Yutenji, Nakameguro, and Daikanyama, all the way to Shibuya Hikarie. This is particularly handy for shopping trips with heavy loads.
(1) Safety in Koyama 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 653
Number of crimes: 1
Crimes per household: 0.00153
(2) Crime Statistics in Koyama 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 1
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 0
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 0
Others: 1
(3) Household and Population in Koyama 7-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 653
Population: 1,316
Males: 592
Females: 724
(4) Atmosphere of Senzoku Station
The sixth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Nishi-Nakanobu 3-Chome! Congratulations. Nishi-Nakanobu 3-Chome is a residential area located between Hatanodai Station on the Ikegami Line and Ebara-Nakanobu Station, and Ebara-cho and Nakanobu Stations on the Oimachi Line. It’s a very convenient area, with any of these stations being just a 5 to 10-minute walk away. Hatanodai Station features many retro shops and delicious eateries, while Saizeriya and Bamiyan on Nakahara Street are nearby, offering plenty of dining options. Additionally, the area is well-positioned for easy access to supermarkets like Ozeki at Ebara-cho and Bunkado at Nakanobu.
(1) Safety in Nishi-Nakanobu 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,206
Number of crimes: 2
Crimes per household: 0.00166
(2) Crime Statistics in Nishi-Nakanobu 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 2
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 0
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 2
Others: 0
(3) Household and Population in Nishi-Nakanobu 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,206
Population: 2,246
Males: 1,104
Females: 1,142
(4) Atmosphere of Hatanodai Station
The seventh safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Nakanobu 6-Chome! Congratulations. Nakanobu 6-Chome is located near Ebara-cho and Nakanobu Stations on the Oimachi Line, and Magome Station on the Asakusa Line. The green path to Ebara-cho Station’s Ozeki supermarket makes shopping very convenient. The Nakanobu area is also known for having many famous ramen shops.
(1) Safety in Nakanobu 6-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,760
Number of crimes: 3
Crimes per household: 0.00170
(2) Crime Statistics in Nakanobu 6-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 3
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 1
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 1
Others: 1
(3) Household and Population in Nakanobu 6-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,760
Population: 3,017
Males: 1,443
Females: 1,574
(4) Atmosphere of Ebara nakanobu Station
The eighth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Oi 3-Chome! Congratulations. Oi 3-Chome is located between Nishi-Oi Station on the Sobu Line and Oimachi Station on the Keihin-Tohoku Line and Oimachi Line. By following the beautiful Hikari Street, you can reach either Oimachi Station or Nishi-Oi Station. Just to the north of the area is the retro and charming Tokyo Bathhouse. Although now replaced by an apartment building, the former residence of Hirobumi Ito was also in this area. With its proximity to both JR stations and excellent safety, this area comes highly recommended.
(1) Safety in Oi 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 2,594
Number of crimes: 5
Crimes per household: 0.00193
(2) Crime Statistics in Oi 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 5
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 1
Burglary: 1
Non-burglary theft: 3
Others: 0
(3) Household and Population in Oi 3-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 2,594
Population: 5,188
Males: 2,571
Females: 2,617
The ninth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Toyocho 5-Chome! Congratulations. Toyocho 5-Chome is located between Togoshi Park Station and Nishi-Oi Station. Despite being close to the stations, it offers a very peaceful residential environment. To the northwest, there is a shopping street that extends from Togoshi Park Station, making shopping and dining very convenient. Heading south, you can reach the area in front of Nishi-Oi Station, where more shops are available. The rental prices are also relatively stable, making it a desirable area to consider.
(1) Safety in Toyocho 5-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 928
Number of crimes: 2
Crimes per household: 0.00216
(2) Crime Statistics in Toyocho 5-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 2
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 1
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 1
Others: 0
(3) Household and Population in Toyocho 5-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 928
Population: 1,675
Males: 813
Females: 862
The tenth safest neighborhood in Shinagawa Ward is Nishi-Oi 4-Chome! Congratulations. Nishi-Oi 4-Chome is situated between Magome Station on the Asakusa Line, Nishi-Oi Station on the Sobu Line, and Omori Station on the Keihin-Tohoku Line. To the east of the area lies the Sanno district, a renowned luxury residential area in Ota Ward. Along Kan-Nana Street to the south is Life Magome store, which is convenient for shopping. You can reach Omori Station either by passing through Sanno or by following German Street. The area offers the luxury of being within walking distance of JR stations while maintaining a high level of safety.
(1) Safety in Nishi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,784
Number of crimes: 4
Crimes per household: 0.00224
(2) Crime Statistics in Nishi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Total number of crimes: 4
Serious crimes: 0
Violent crimes: 2
Burglary: 0
Non-burglary theft: 0
Others: 2
(3) Household and Population in Nishi-Oi 4-Chome, Shinagawa Ward
Number of households: 1,784
Population: 3,588
Males: 1,804
Females: 1,784
(4) Atmosphere of Omori Station
That concludes our investigation into the safety of Shinagawa Ward, broken down by neighborhood names!
As expected, areas with a high concentration of non-residents, such as places near stations or supermarkets, tended to have higher crime rates. Once again, we realized that choosing a property close to a station means living closer to the bustling city center.
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