MachidaLivability Score

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Machida's crime rate is 6.33 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 42.9. The area around Machida Station is one of the busiest shopping districts in the metropolitan area, so some incident volume is expected, but the residential neighborhoods spread across the Tama Hills are quiet and peaceful. For a large municipality of about 431,000 people, this is a standard level.

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Machida's average land price is 273,808 yen per square meter, with average rent at about 58,858 yen. The cost score of 40.5 means it's somewhat affordable for Tokyo but still on the higher side overall. Station-adjacent areas have elevated land prices due to commercial density, while hillside residential zones offer relatively moderate pricing.

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Machida's public transit rate is 46.1%, resulting in a convenience score of 49.1. The Odakyu Line provides direct access to Shinjuku, the JR Yokohama Line connects to Yokohama, and the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line is also available. Retail density is 5.15 per 1,000 residents and restaurants at 2.80. The concentration of department stores and fashion buildings around the station serves as the commercial hub of the southern Tama region.

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Machida has a medical facility density of 8.33 per 10,000 residents, with 20 hospitals and 339 clinics. The welfare score is 45.0, with strong clinic coverage ensuring good primary care access. Schools total 68, or 0.16 per 1,000 residents. Despite being a large city of 431,000, the preserved satoyama landscapes and agricultural areas create a garden-city environment popular with families.

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Machida's taxable income per capita is about 4.11 million yen, with an economy score of 63.8. As the commercial center of southern Tama, its department stores and fashion buildings reflect strong purchasing power. Net migration shows an inflow of 2,385 people (+0.55%), demonstrating continued popularity as a commuter town. The combination of urban amenities and suburban greenery drives this demographic appeal.