KawagoeLivability Score

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Kawagoe's crime rate is 6.77 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 40.1. This city of about 355,000 welcomes roughly 7.75 million tourists annually. While the historic district is bustling, residential areas remain calm. The preserved streetscapes — spared from war and earthquake damage — foster strong community attachment among residents.

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Kawagoe's average land price is 181,411 yen per square meter, with a cost score of 45.5. Average rent is 55,460 yen. Given direct train access to central Tokyo via the Tobu Tojo and JR Kawagoe lines, this represents balanced value. Per capita taxable income is about 3.57 million yen, a standard level for the Greater Tokyo commuter belt.

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Kawagoe's convenience score is 46.2. Public transit usage is 27.5%, with three rail lines — JR Kawagoe, Tobu Tojo, and Seibu Shinjuku — providing direct city center access. There are 1,105 restaurants (3.12 per 1,000) and 1,905 retail stores (5.37 per 1,000). Between the historic warehouse streets and station-area commercial facilities, shopping options are well-rounded.

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Kawagoe's welfare score is 41.4. It has 24 hospitals (0.68 per 10,000) and 216 clinics (6.09 per 10,000), with a combined density of 6.77. The relatively high hospital count is notable. Schools total 59, at 0.17 per 1,000 residents. The city's identity as an educational and cultural center supports a solid child-rearing environment.

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Kawagoe's economy score is 56.9, with per capita taxable income of about 3.57 million yen. Net migration is positive at 0.42%, adding 1,506 residents annually. Beyond tourism, the Kawagoe Station area has developed strong suburban commercial activity. The city is famous for sweet potato production, supporting food-related industries. Continued population growth reflects the appeal of good Tokyo access combined with rich historical culture.