Singapore Postal District 16

Postal District 16 is located in the eastern part of Singapore, forming part of the East Region. It is a well-established residential district, predominantly featuring HDB estates, private apartments, and local amenities.

Planning Areas Covered

District 16 primarily covers:

Bedok (entirely)
Changi (partial, including Upper Changi)
Changi Bay (partial)
Chai Chee (partial)

Characteristics

District 16 is predominantly residential, with a mix of public housing, private condos, and local amenities:

Large HDB estates with 3–5 room flats, particularly in Bedok and Chai Chee.
Private condominiums scattered throughout, especially near the coast and along major roads.
Abundant schools, markets, food centers, and community facilities catering to residents.
Some industrial and commercial areas, particularly in Changi and along Bedok Industrial Park.
Recreational amenities include parks, sports complexes, and proximity to East Coast Park.

Population Density

District 16 has a high population, estimated at around 150,000–160,000 residents, reflecting the extensive HDB estates and mature residential communities.

Real Estate (2025)

Residential properties in District 16 are predominantly public housing, with private options available:

HDB flats (3–5 rooms, 900–1,400 sq ft / 84–130 sq m) are priced at SGD 350,000–800,000; rentals SGD 2,300–4,500/month.
Private condominiums (1–4 bedrooms, 700–2,000 sq ft / 65–185 sq m) range from SGD 1–2.5 million; rentals SGD 3,000–6,500/month.
Landed properties are limited but present in Upper Changi and nearby areas.

Condominiums in District 16

Aquarius By The Park (GPS: 1.33842, 103.9351)
Archipelago (GPS: 1.33832, 103.91955)

Nearest MRT Stations

District 16 is served by multiple MRT stations:

Distance from Fullerton Square

From Fullerton Square in District 1, central locations in District 16, such as Bedok or Chai Chee, are approximately 16–18 km by road.

Fun Facts

Bedok is one of Singapore’s largest mature HDB towns, with well-established schools, markets, and recreational amenities.
Chai Chee is historically known for its industrial estate and food centers.
District 16 provides a balanced residential lifestyle with convenient access to the city via the East West Line and upcoming Thomson-East Coast Line.

Map of Singapore Postal Districts

Quick Facts

Location: Eastern Singapore
Region: East Region
Planning Areas: Bedok (entire), Changi (partial), Changi Bay (partial), Chai Chee (partial)
Population: ~150,000–160,000 (rough estimate)
Residential Property: HDB SGD 350k–800k; rentals SGD 2.3k–4.5k/month; Private condos SGD 1–2.5M; rentals SGD 3k–6.5k/month
MRT Stations: Bedok MRT (EWL), Tanah Merah MRT (EWL), Simei MRT (EWL), Bayshore MRT (TEL)
Distance to Fullerton Square: ~16–18 km by road

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