MatsudoLivability Score

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Matsudo's crime rate is 6.0 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 44.9. For a large bedroom community of about 498,000 people, this is a standard level. The city's history as an Edo-era post town along the Mito Kaido, combined with well-planned urban development, contributes to residential stability.

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Matsudo's average land price is 220,498 yen per square meter, with average rent at about 57,669 yen. The cost score of 43.0 reflects the inevitable premium of a Tokyo-adjacent commuter town. However, considering the excellent access to central Tokyo, the cost-performance ratio for convenience is reasonable.

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Matsudo's public transit rate is 49.9%, resulting in a convenience score of 49.4. With 8 lines and 20 stations including the JR Joban Line, Musashino Line, Keisei Matsudo Line, and Hokuso Line, the rail network is exceptionally comprehensive. Retail density is 4.32 per 1,000 residents and restaurants at 3.07, with commercial facilities concentrated around station areas.

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Matsudo has a medical facility density of 6.02 per 10,000 residents, with 19 hospitals and 281 clinics. The relatively low density against a population of about 498,000 is the main factor behind the welfare score of 38.7. Schools number 69, or 0.14 per 1,000 residents — a structural challenge common to large cities. However, the city hosts Matsumotokiyoshi's headquarters, reflecting a cluster of health-related industries.

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Matsudo's taxable income per capita is about 3.73 million yen, with an economy score of 60.2. Many residents commute to central Tokyo, contributing to higher income levels. Net migration shows an inflow of 2,958 people (+0.59%), indicating sustained population growth. Known as the birthplace of the Nijusseiki pear, the city blends history with modern convenience.