2025 Living Satisfaction and Desired Neighborhood Rankings in Shiga Prefecture
Daito Kentaku Inc., headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, announced the results of a comprehensive survey assessing the living satisfaction in Shiga prefecture titled “2025 Living Satisfaction Rankings” and “2025 Desired Neighborhood Rankings.” This survey marks one of the largest of its kind conducted in recent years and draws insights from data collected over multiple years.
Overview of the Rankings
The survey included various stations and municipalities across Shiga and evaluated their satisfaction through a systematic methodology. Below are notable insights and findings from the rankings:
Top Living Satisfaction Stations
The top station in the living satisfaction category was
Biwa Lake Hama-Otsu A, achieving an impressive deviation score in the 70s – a notable high among competing stations. Following closely were
Minami Kusatsu ranked second and
Moriyama at third, both improving from their previous ranks in the last year's survey. An interesting observation this year is the consistency of station rankings within proximity to
Otsu City, which continues to maintain a high satisfaction level.
Top Municipalities for Living Satisfaction
In the municipality satisfaction rankings,
Kusatsu City continues its reign for the seventh consecutive year as the best place to live, followed by
Moriyama and
Otsu City. Noteworthy is the rise of a rural town,
Taga Town, from the seventh to fifth position, showcasing the charm of rural living.
Desired Neighborhoods Rankings
The
Kusatsu Station topped the desired neighborhoods for the second consecutive year, reiterating its popularity among locals. Following Kusatsu were
Kyoto and
Moriyama, the latter climbing from sixth in the previous year to third this year. Similarly,
Kusatsu City was designated the most desirable municipality, maintaining its lead solidly.
Factors Influencing Satisfaction
The survey examined various factors impacting satisfaction:
- - Liveliness: Stations within the Kusatsu area like Minami Kusatsu and Seita received high ratings, indicating vibrant community spaces.
- - Disaster Resilience: Taro-bokumiyama-mae station scored uniquely high in disaster preparedness, a vital attribute considering natural calamities.
- - Quietness and Safety: Taiga Taisha-mae station demonstrated commendable safety metrics, ranking third in quietness and security attributes.
Special Observations
New entrants into this year’s rankings include
Taro-bokumiyama-mae (14th) and
Azumigawa (17th) stations, making strides from prior years, showing an expanding appeal for practical living spaces.
Conclusion and Survey Methodology
With a sample size of 9,651 respondents accounting for various demographics, these results paint a comprehensive picture of living conditions in Shiga. The survey was conducted by
Macromill, ensuring an extensive and inclusive approach to data collection. The results not only provide a glimpse into living preferences but also help local governments understand community needs better. This data can be pivotal for future urban planning and development efforts.
For those interested in a deeper dive into the analysis and data, including detailed explanations and discussions about urban living, you can visit the related websites for more information.