Singapore Postal District 21

Postal District 21 is situated in the western-central part of Singapore, lying mainly within the West Region but bordering the Central Region. It is known for its leafy residential estates, proximity to nature reserves, and an abundance of private landed properties and condominiums.

Planning Areas Covered

District 21 primarily covers the following planning areas:

Bukit Timah (western portion)
Clementi (northwestern portion, including Clementi Park)
Bukit Batok (southern areas, near Hume Avenue)

Characteristics

District 21 is characterized by:

Predominantly private residential enclaves, including bungalows, semi-detached houses, and condominiums.
Close proximity to greenery such as Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and the Rail Corridor.
Quiet, suburban lifestyle favored by families and expatriates.
Access to international schools and lifestyle amenities, making it appealing to higher-income households.

Population Density

The population density of District 21 is moderate compared to central heartlands, given its larger proportion of landed housing. It is a relatively low-density district with fewer HDB estates than other parts of Singapore.

Real Estate (2025)

Real estate in District 21 is among the more expensive in suburban Singapore due to its landed housing stock:

Private condominiums (800–2,000 sq ft / 74–186 sq m) range between SGD 1.3–2.9 million; rentals SGD 3,800–7,500/month.
Landed houses (2,500–5,000 sq ft / 232–465 sq m) are priced from SGD 4–10 million, with rentals SGD 8,000–18,000/month depending on size and location.
There are very limited HDB flats; most residents live in private developments.

Nearest MRT Stations

District 21 is served by several MRT stations:

Beauty World MRT Station (Downtown Line)
King Albert Park MRT Station (Downtown Line)
Hillview MRT Station (Downtown Line)
Clementi MRT Station (East West Line) – located just outside but accessible to District 21 residents.

Distance from Fullerton Square

From Fullerton Square in District 1, District 21 is about 12–16 km by road, depending on the specific neighborhood (Upper Bukit Timah, Clementi Park, or Hume Avenue).

Fun Facts

The Rail Corridor, a popular green corridor for jogging and cycling, runs through District 21 along the old KTM railway line.
Beauty World, once a bustling amusement park and market in the mid-20th century, is now a commercial and residential hub.
District 21 is highly sought after for its balance between suburban tranquility and city accessibility.

Map of Singapore Postal Districts

Quick Facts

Location: Western-Central Singapore
Region: West Region, Central Region (border)
Planning Areas: Bukit Timah (west), Clementi (northwest), Bukit Batok (south)
Population: Moderate density, primarily private housing
Residential Property: Condos SGD 1.3–2.9M; rentals SGD 3.8k–7.5k/month; Landed SGD 4–10M; rentals SGD 8k–18k/month
MRT Stations: Beauty World (DTL), King Albert Park (DTL), Hillview (DTL), Clementi (EWL, nearby)
Distance to Fullerton Square: ~12–16 km by road

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