Shibuya vs Shinjuku
Side-by-side comparison of safety, property prices, and living data for two Tokyo wards. Based on 2024 official government statistics.
Shibuya vs Shinjuku — which is safer?
Shibuya is safer with an average crime rate of 38.3 per 1,000 residents (grade D), compared to Shinjuku's 77.2 per 1,000 (grade F).
| Metric | Shibuya 渋谷区 | Shinjuku 新宿区 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Grade | D | F |
| Avg Crime Rate | 38.3/1K | 77.2/1K |
| Safety Rank | #18 of 23 | #23 of 23 |
| Total Crimes (2024) | 3,849 | 6,025 |
| Population | 238,567 | 348,164 |
| Neighborhoods | 79 | 148 |
| Median Condo Price | ¥55.0M | ¥39.0M |
| Median House + Land | ¥290.0M | ¥130.0M |
| Cost Index | 135 | 96 |
Safest Neighborhoods
Top 5 in Shibuya
- 1. Hachiyama-cho1.6/1K
- 2. Hiroo 3-chome2/1K
- 3. Nishihara 2-chome2.6/1K
- 4. Uehara 2-chome3.1/1K
- 5. Nishihara 1-chome3.5/1K
Top 5 in Shinjuku
- 1. Shiroganecho0.7/1K
- 2. Haraikatamachi0.9/1K
- 3. Wakamiyacho1/1K
- 4. Ichigaya Nakanocho1.1/1K
- 5. Tsukudo Hachimancho1.2/1K
FAQ
Is Shibuya or Shinjuku safer?
Shibuya is safer with an average crime rate of 38.3 per 1,000 residents (grade D), compared to Shinjuku's 77.2 per 1,000 (grade F).
Is Shibuya or Shinjuku cheaper to live in?
Shinjuku is more affordable with a median condo price of ¥39.0M vs Shibuya's ¥55.0M (2024 MLIT data).