Singapore Postal District 23

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Postal District 23 lies in the northwestern part of Singapore. It is a suburban district known for its combination of residential neighborhoods, natural reserves, and new town developments. The district offers a quieter lifestyle compared to central districts while still being well-connected by expressways and the MRT network.

Planning Areas Covered

District 23 includes the following planning areas either wholly or partially:

• Bukit Batok
• Choa Chu Kang
• Bukit Panjang
• Hillview (subzone within Bukit Batok)
• Dairy Farm (subzone within Bukit Panjang)

Characteristics

District 23 is primarily residential with significant green areas and recreational spaces:

• Suburban Housing: The area has extensive HDB estates, private condominiums, and some landed housing, offering a wide range of options for families and middle-income residents.
• Green Spaces: Nature parks like Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Dairy Farm Nature Park, and Bukit Batok Town Park (known for Little Guilin) provide lush landscapes and outdoor activities.
• Shopping & Amenities: Malls such as Lot One Shoppers’ Mall, Bukit Panjang Plaza, and West Mall cater to residents’ retail and dining needs.
• Military & Institutional Uses: Parts of Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Batok house military camps and training grounds.

Population Density

District 23 has a high population density in residential areas like Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Batok, though it is not as dense as central districts. Areas around Hillview and Dairy Farm are lower-density with more greenery.

Real Estate (2025)

District 23 offers relatively affordable housing compared to central districts:

• HDB flats: 4-room units typically cost SGD 450,000–600,000; rentals SGD 2,300–3,000/month.
• Condominiums: Prices range from SGD 1.1–1.8 million depending on size and location; rentals from SGD 3,000–5,000/month.
• Landed homes: Clustered mainly in Hillview and Dairy Farm areas; prices generally start from SGD 3.5 million upwards.

Condominiums in District 23

1. Acacia Lodge
2. Altura

Nearest MRT Stations

District 23 is well served by the MRT network:

• Bukit Gombak MRT Station (North South Line)
• Bukit Batok MRT Station (North South Line)
• Choa Chu Kang MRT Station (North South Line, Bukit Panjang LRT)
• Bukit Panjang MRT Station (Downtown Line)
• Hillview MRT Station (Downtown Line)
• Cashew MRT Station (Downtown Line)

Distance from Fullerton Square

From Fullerton Square in District 1, District 23 is about 15–22 km by road, depending on whether you are heading to Bukit Batok, Choa Chu Kang, or Bukit Panjang.

Fun Facts

• Little Guilin in Bukit Batok Town Park is a scenic granite rock formation that resembles the landscape of Guilin, China.
• Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, partly overlapping this district, is Singapore’s highest natural point at 163.63 metres above sea level.
• Choa Chu Kang was once a kampong (village) area filled with rubber plantations before being transformed into a new town.

Map of Singapore Postal Districts

Quick Facts

References

1. Urban Redevelopment Authority – West Region
2. Housing & Development Board – HDB Towns
3. EdgeProp Singapore – District 23 Property Prices 2025
4. Land Transport Authority – MRT Map

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