Is Osaka University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Osaka University: safety score 75/100 (grade B), ranked #2 of 5 in Japan — data through 2025-12.
75/100
Grade: B · #2 of 5 in Japan
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Osaka 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 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2025-08 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2025-09 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 2025-10 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2025-11 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2025-12 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Latest release: 2025-12 — 7 records in total — violent 0, property 7, minor 0 (-8 vs 2025-11).
Most common types: Bicycle theft (7)
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FAQs about safety at Osaka University
What is Osaka University's safety score?
Osaka University: 75/100 (grade B), #2 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 Osaka University?
In the 12 months to 2025-12, 102 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Osaka University; the latest release month (2025-12) alone had 7 records (0 violent, 7 property, 0 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Osaka 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: Osaka 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.