Is Kobe University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Kobe University: safety score 50/100 (grade C), ranked #3 of 5 in Japan — data through 2025-12.
50/100
Grade: C · #3 of 5 in Japan
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Kobe University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2025-08 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2025-09 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2025-10 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 2025-11 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 2025-12 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
Latest release: 2025-12 — 18 records in total — violent 0, property 18, minor 0 (-2 vs 2025-11).
Most common types: Bicycle theft (10) · Motor vehicle theft (4) · Theft from vehicle (2) · Theft from vehicle (2)
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FAQs about safety at Kobe University
What is Kobe University's safety score?
Kobe University: 50/100 (grade C), #3 of 5 in Japan, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2025-12).
How many crimes are recorded near Kobe University?
In the 12 months to 2025-12, 146 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Kobe University; the latest release month (2025-12) alone had 18 records (0 violent, 18 property, 0 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Kobe University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: Hyogo Prefectural Police (theft open data). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2025-12; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 110 (police) or 119 (ambulance & fire) in Japan.