Agabacho

Agabacho (揚場町) is a primarily commercial or business district with relatively few residents in Shinjuku, Tokyo with a residential population of 113 (2020 Census). The average household size is 1.8 persons. The nearest station is (飯田橋), approximately a 3-minute walk away. Other nearby stations include (8 min) and (10 min).

Based on 2024 official data from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Agabacho recorded 6 criminal incidents, resulting in a crime rate of 53.1 per 1,000 residents and earning a safety grade of F (Very High Crime). Compared to 2023, reported crime increased by 1 case. Over the full 6-year period since 2018, crime has notably increased (+20%).

For broader context, Shinjuku ranks #23 out of 23 wards in Tokyo for overall safety, indicating higher-than-average crime levels ward-wide. Note: this area has a very small residential population, which can result in a statistically inflated crime rate that may not reflect the actual safety experience for residents.