Ibaraki Real Estate Unveiled: Trends, Prices, and Investment Insights
Ibaraki Prefecture, with its rich history and strategic location, is emerging as a dynamic hub in Japan's real estate market. Known for its blend of urban amenities and scenic rural landscapes, the region offers a diverse range of property options from modern apartments to traditional detached houses. With a steadily aging population, a modest rate of population change, and high employment rates, Ibaraki balances growth with stability. The prefecture’s educational infrastructure—evidenced by the density of schools per inhabitable area—and robust retail and dining sectors provide a promising environment for both families and investors. Alongside images showcasing the picturesque landscapes of Ibaraki, the data reveals a region with unique market dynamics influenced by its regional characteristics and evolving construction standards.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
2016.7
Aging index
269.2
Rate of population change
-0.42%
Yearly average of air temperature
14.8
Yearly average of relative humidity
70%
Yearly clear days
44
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
11.6
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
5.76
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
3.01
Percentage of persons employed
96.1%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
3.9%
Percentage of owned houses
71.2%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
7
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
3.23
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
0.91
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
220.8
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
5.01
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
¥4004
Areas in Ibaraki
Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
---|---|---|
Moriya City | ¥384,615 | 21.1% |
Tsukuba City | ¥345,141 | 24.0% |
Tsukubamirai City | ¥237,500 | 17.2% |
Ushiku City | ¥218,181 | 41.3% |
Mito City | ¥189,473 | 5.3% |
Koga City | ¥155,533 | 88.0% |
Yuki City | ¥152,380 | 145.5% |
Kasama City | ¥136,905 | 68.7% |
Ami Town, Inashiki County | ¥127,272 | 73.9% |
Ryugasaki City | ¥125,000 | 33.9% |
Ishioka City | ¥116,228 | 88.5% |
Hitachinaka City | ¥114,285 | -36.7% |
Tsuchiura City | ¥114,285 | -4.1% |
Toride City | ¥113,846 | 3.5% |
Kashima City | ¥98,888 | -25.7% |
Joso City | ¥88,461 | 20.6% |
Bando City | ¥79,053 | 48.2% |
Kamisu City | ¥76,360 | 6.9% |
Omitama City | ¥67,272 | 22.6% |
Shimotsuma City | ¥64,484 | 31.0% |
Chikusei City | ¥61,111 | -7.1% |
Kitaibaraki City | ¥59,969 | -40.0% |
Hitachi City | ¥48,387 | -48.6% |
Hitachiota City | ¥43,478 | -70.5% |
Inashiki City | ¥40,538 | -3.5% |
Hokota City | ¥27,142 | 6.4% |
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