Katamachi

Katamachi (片町) is a primarily commercial or business district with relatively few residents in Shinjuku, Tokyo with a residential population of 418 (2020 Census). The average household size is 1.3 persons, indicating a prevalence of single-person households. The nearest station is (曙橋), approximately a 2-minute walk away. Other nearby stations include (8 min) and (10 min).

Based on 2024 official data from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Katamachi recorded 8 criminal incidents, resulting in a crime rate of 19.1 per 1,000 residents and earning a safety grade of C (Below Average). Compared to 2023, reported crime increased by 6 cases. Over the full 6-year period since 2018, crime has notably increased (+167%).

The most frequently reported crime type in this area is bicycle theft (3 cases in 2024), accounting for 38% of all incidents. For broader context, Shinjuku ranks #23 out of 23 wards in Tokyo for overall safety, indicating higher-than-average crime levels ward-wide.