Bagan Jermal, Penang

Bagan Jermal is a neighbourhood on the north side of George Town. It is bordered by Gurney Drive to the north, Pulau Tikus to the east, Ayer Rajah to the south and Mount Erskine neighbourhood to the west.

Bagan Jermal got its name from Jalan Bagan Jermal, which in turn got its name from the Bagan Jermal coastal village. The name Bagan Jermal refers to fish traps set on poles along the coast, a contraption used for catching fish in coastal waters. Today Bagan Jermal is a middle to upper class residential neighbourhood.

Public Transport

Rapid Penang Bus 101, 104 and 304 pass through Jalan Bagan Jermal.

Distance from City Centre

Bagan Jermal is 4.2 km from Magazine Circus, making it ideal for those working in the city.

Amenities

The nearest school is the Penang Chinese Girls' High School. Phor Tay Institution, which was located along Jalan Bagan Jermal, has relocated to Sungai Dua. The nearest petrol station is the Shell along Burmah Road. The nearest market is the Gottlieb Road Market at the junction of Jalan Bagan Jermal every morning. The nearest hospital is the Penang Adventist Hospital.