Singapore Postal District 17

Postal District 17 is located in the eastern part of Singapore, forming part of the East Region. It is a residential district that includes well-established HDB estates, private condominiums, schools, and recreational facilities.

Planning Areas Covered

District 17 primarily covers:

Tampines (entirely)
Pasir Ris (entirely)
Simei (entirely)

Characteristics

District 17 is predominantly residential and well-serviced by amenities:

Large HDB estates with a mix of 3–5 room flats and executive apartments.
Private condominiums offering modern living, particularly in Tampines and Pasir Ris.
Extensive schools, shopping centers, food centers, and community facilities.
Recreational amenities include parks, sports complexes, and Pasir Ris Beach Park.
Tampines Hub serves as a regional lifestyle, sports, and cultural center.

Population Density

District 17 has a high population, estimated at around 220,000–240,000 residents, making it one of the more populous districts in eastern Singapore.

Real Estate (2025)

Residential properties in District 17 include mainly HDB and private developments:

HDB flats (3–5 rooms, 900–1,400 sq ft / 84–130 sq m) priced at SGD 400,000–800,000; 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 Pasir Ris East and Simei areas.

Nearest MRT Stations

District 17 is well-served by multiple MRT stations:

Distance from Fullerton Square

From Fullerton Square in District 1, central locations in District 17, such as Tampines or Pasir Ris, are approximately 18–22 km by road.

Fun Facts

Tampines Hub is one of Singapore’s first integrated community hubs combining sports, recreation, and lifestyle facilities.
Pasir Ris features Singapore’s largest coastal park with cycling trails, beach activities, and camping areas.
Simei is a quiet residential estate with convenient access to Tampines regional center.

Map of Singapore Postal Districts

Quick Facts

Location: Eastern Singapore
Region: East Region
Planning Areas: Tampines (entire), Pasir Ris (entire), Simei (entire)
Population: ~220,000–240,000 (rough estimate)
Residential Property: HDB SGD 400k–800k; rentals SGD 2.3k–4.5k/month; Private condos SGD 1–2.5M; rentals SGD 3k–6.5k/month; limited landed properties
MRT Stations: Tampines MRT (EWL), Pasir Ris MRT (EWL, CRL), Simei MRT (EWL)
Distance to Fullerton Square: ~18–22 km by road

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