The vicinity; the area surrounding a certain point. Often used in written or news contexts to mean nearby area.
駅の近辺に新しいカフェができた。
A new cafe has opened near the station.
近辺の住民に避難勧告が出された。
An evacuation advisory was issued to residents in the vicinity.
その事件は近辺で起きたとみられている。
The incident is believed to have occurred in the vicinity.