HiroshimaLivability Score

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Hiroshima's crime rate is 5.18 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 68.2. For a large city of over one million people, this is a notably low crime rate. Hiroshima Prefecture has strong community ties, and residential areas are generally safe and comfortable. The Nagarekawa entertainment district requires some nighttime caution, but overall the city provides a secure living environment. Active neighborhood watch programs contribute to maintaining this positive safety record.

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Hiroshima's average land price is 259,477 yen per square meter. The cost score of 77.9 confirms that it's quite affordable for a city of 1.2 million people. The Naka and Minami wards are central areas, while Asakita and Nishi wards are popular residential districts. Overall living costs are near the national average, offering excellent value for the level of urban amenities available. For families, the ability to keep housing costs down while enjoying full city services is a major advantage.

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Hiroshima's public transit usage rate is 21.4%, giving a transport score of 30.6. Hiroden (Hiroshima Electric Railway) operates one of Japan's largest streetcar networks, making central city travel very convenient. However, suburban travel often requires a car, which keeps the overall transit rate moderate. JR Sanyo Line and the Astramline also serve the area, and Hiroshima Station functions as a solid transport hub. Shinkansen access to Osaka in about 90 minutes is another significant advantage.

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Hiroshima has 226 schools, or 0.19 per 1,000 residents. For a city of about 1.20 million, this is a favorable ratio, resulting in an education score of 56.0. Hiroshima University (mainly in Higashihiroshima but with city campuses), Hiroshima City University, and Hiroshima Institute of Technology provide solid higher education options. The city has a distinctive educational culture rooted in peace education and places strong emphasis on international understanding.

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Hiroshima has 81 hospitals (0.67 per 10,000 residents) and 1,214 clinics (10.11 per 10,000), with a combined medical facility density of 10.78 per 10,000. The high clinic density ensures excellent everyday medical access. The healthcare score of 38.5 reflects the overall balance of hospitals and clinics. Advanced facilities including Hiroshima University Hospital and Hiroshima Prefectural Hospital make the city a medical hub for the Chugoku region. Finding a family doctor is easy in Hiroshima, which is a definite quality-of-life advantage.