In 2024, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk's crime data indicates moderate concerns among residents with an overall crime index of 42.91, suggesting a controlled level of crime.
Concerns about personal safety are highlighted, with residents feeling relatively safe during the day but less so at night, despite low levels of specific fears such as mugging or robbery.
Pollution is a challenging issue for Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk in 2024, with air quality levels rated poorly due to negligible improvement efforts.
Residents have expressed significant discomfort over air pollution, primarily driven by industrial emissions and insufficient green spaces.
Noise pollution is perceived relatively mildly in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, contrasting with the dissatisfaction related to waste management.
Garbage disposal remains a concern, affecting the quality of life and leading to negative sentiment about city cleanliness.
Green spaces are viewed as insufficient in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, contributing to the negative impressions of the local environment.
Drinking water quality and accessibility face criticism, with residents calling for improvements to ensure safe and clean water access.