Puchong, Selangor
Puchong is a major suburban township located within the Petaling District of Selangor, strategically positioned between Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, and Putrajaya. Once a quiet tin-mining and rubber-tapping settlement, Puchong has grown into a bustling residential and commercial hub that epitomises modern urban living in the Klang Valley. 1
Quick Facts
- Located between Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, and Putrajaya, under the Petaling District.
- Grew from a tin-mining and rubber area into a major residential and business hub.
- Served by the Lebuhraya Damansara–Puchong (LDP, E11) and Kajang Dispersal Link Expressway (SILK, E18).
- Features numerous townships such as Bandar Puchong Jaya, Bandar Puteri, and Puchong Perdana.
- Served by the LRT Sri Petaling Line with multiple stations.
History and How the Town Was Established
Puchong derives its name from a type of heron (burung puchong) once common in the area’s wetlands and tin-mining ponds. The settlement developed during the late 19th century as a mining and plantation zone, attracting Chinese and Indian workers. 2
In the 1980s and 1990s, large-scale township developments transformed Puchong into a major suburb. Projects such as Bandar Puchong Jaya and Bandar Puteri brought residential, commercial, and industrial growth. The construction of the LDP (E11) in the 1990s further catalysed its rapid urbanisation. 3
Characteristic of the Town
Puchong is best described as a dynamic, middle- to upper-middle-income township that combines residential neighbourhoods, retail zones, and light industrial areas. Its landscape features high-density condominiums, gated landed housing, and bustling commercial corridors such as IOI Boulevard and SetiaWalk. 4
The town is well known for its food scene, shopping outlets, and lakefront developments. The Puchong Prima and Puchong Perdana lakes, remnants of its mining history, now provide scenic recreation areas. 5
Real Estate and Property Market There
The property market in Puchong is diverse, catering to a wide spectrum of buyers. Landed housing areas such as Bandar Puchong Jaya and Bandar Puteri are well-established, while newer high-rise developments around Puchong Perdana and SetiaWalk attract young professionals. 6
Commercial properties are highly active, especially along the LDP corridor, where retail, offices, and F&B outlets thrive. Prices in Puchong remain competitive compared to Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya, making it popular among families and SMEs. 7
Accessibility and Transportation
Puchong enjoys excellent road connectivity through several major highways — the Lebuhraya Damansara–Puchong (LDP, E11), South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE, E26), Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS, E5), and ELITE Expressway (E6). These provide direct access to Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Putrajaya, and Cyberjaya. 8
The LRT Sri Petaling Line extension, opened in 2016, greatly improved public transport. Stations such as Pusat Bandar Puchong, IOI Puchong Jaya, and Puchong Prima connect residents directly to Kuala Lumpur. Bus routes and ride-hailing services complement the rail network. 9
Landmarks and Places of Interest
- IOI Mall Puchong – one of Puchong’s largest malls, with extensive retail and entertainment offerings.
- SetiaWalk – a lifestyle complex with shops, cafes, offices, and a cinema around a landscaped lake.
- Puchong Perdana Lake Park – a scenic recreational spot popular for jogging and photography.
- Bandar Puteri Puchong – known for its vibrant F&B and commercial scene.
- Taman Wawasan Recreational Park – a popular green space for local residents.
Fun Fact
The LDP, which runs through the heart of Puchong, transformed the town from a quiet mining area into one of the most urbanised suburbs in the Klang Valley within just two decades. 10
Puchong is 
on the Map of Towns in Selangor
References
- Wikipedia – Puchong
- IOI Properties – Developer of Puchong’s major townships
- EdgeProp – Puchong Property Overview
- The Star – Puchong: A Melting Pot
- Tourism Selangor – Puchong
