How many communities are there in Shanghai? Uncovering panoramic data on urban residential units
As one of the most urbanized cities in China, the number of residential communities in Shanghai has always been the focus of public attention. In recent years, with the acceleration of urban renewal and real estate development, the number of residential communities in Shanghai has continued to grow. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days and analyze the distribution and characteristics of Shanghai communities through structured data.
1. Total number of communities and regional distribution in Shanghai

According to the latest statistics in 2023, the number of existing residential communities in Shanghai is approximately28,000-32,000 pieces, the specific data vary slightly depending on the statistical caliber (such as whether old lanes, affordable housing, etc. are included). The following is an overview of the number of communities by administrative region:
| area | Number of plots (approximately) | Typical characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Pudong New Area | 6000+ | Large communities are concentrated and have a high degree of internationalization |
| Minhang District | 3500+ | Middle-class family area |
| Xuhui District | 2500+ | The school district has dense housing and many old residential areas have been renovated. |
| Jing'an District | 1800+ | High-end residences coexist with historically protected buildings |
| Songjiang District | 3000+ | Emerging development zones, price depression |
2. Correlation analysis of hot topics in the past 10 days
Combining Baidu Index and Weibo hot searches, recent discussions related to Shanghai communities have focused on the following directions:
| topic | heat index | Related events |
|---|---|---|
| Installing elevators in old residential areas | 852,000 | Shanghai plans to complete the installation of 500 elevators in 2024 |
| Smart community construction | 627,000 | Pudong pilot AI property management system |
| Parking spaces in the community are tight | 489,000 | The price of parking spaces in a community in Minhang exceeded 800,000 yuan |
| Waste classification effectiveness | 364,000 | Shanghai’s garbage classification compliance rate has reached 95% |
3. Comparison of community types and housing prices
Residential communities in Shanghai can be divided into four major categories based on construction age and positioning, with significant price differences:
| Type | Proportion | Average price (yuan/㎡) | Representative area |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-end commercial housing (after 2010) | 18% | 120,000+ | Lujiazui, Xintiandi |
| Ordinary commercial housing (1995-2010) | 45% | 60,000-80,000 | Daning, Qibao |
| Old public housing (before 1990) | 30% | 40,000-50,000 | Hongkou, Yangpu |
| affordable housing | 7% | 25,000-35,000 | Gucun, Zhoupu |
4. Future development trends
1.Urban renewal accelerates: In 2024, it is planned to renovate 30 million square meters of old housing, involving about 500 communities.
2.15 minutes life circle: The city will add 200 new community commercial complexes, covering more than 90% of communities.
3.Digital management: By 2025, 80% of the city’s residential areas will be connected to the “one network unified management” platform.
Shanghai's communities are not only living spaces, but also microscopic mirrors of urban development. From Shikumen Lane to smart communities, more than 30,000 residential units jointly weave the lifeline of this city.
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