Singapore Postal District 5

Postal District 5 is located in the southern-central part of Singapore, immediately west of Districts 3 and 4. It forms part of the Central Region and is known for a mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial hubs, and heritage precincts.

Planning Areas Covered

District 5 primarily covers:

Parts of Queenstown and Clementi
Areas near Tiong Bahru and Redhill

Characteristics

District 5 is characterised by a combination of residential, commercial, and heritage elements:

Mature HDB estates, particularly in Bukit Merah and Tiong Bahru.
Private residential developments, including condominiums and apartments.
Heritage and conservation areas in Tiong Bahru, famous for art deco shophouses.
Local commercial centers, food markets, and small office buildings.
Recreational facilities, parks, and community amenities for residents.

Population Density

District 5 has a moderately high residential population, estimated at around 60,000–70,000 residents, due to extensive HDB and private housing.

Real Estate (2025)

Residential options in District 5 include HDB flats, condominiums, and apartments:

HDB flats (3–5 rooms, 900–1,300 sq ft / 84–121 sq m) are priced at approximately SGD 450,000–750,000 for sale; rentals SGD 2,000–3,500/month.
Private condominiums (2–4 bedrooms, 1,000–2,000 sq ft / 93–186 sq m) range from SGD 1.2–3.5 million for sale; rentals SGD 3,500–7,500/month.

Nearest MRT Stations

District 5 is served by multiple MRT stations:

Distance from Fullerton Square

From Fullerton Square in District 1, District 5 is approximately 5–6 km by road to its central areas, such as Tiong Bahru or Bukit Merah.

Fun Facts

Tiong Bahru is Singapore’s oldest public housing estate and has a heritage-rich art deco architecture style.
District 5 contains Mount Faber, one of Singapore’s prominent hills offering scenic views and walking trails.
Bukit Merah means “Red Hill” in Malay, named after the lateritic soil found in the area historically.
The district blends modern residential developments with heritage and conservation zones, making it a unique central residential hub.

Map of Singapore Postal Districts

Quick Facts

Location: Southern-Central Singapore
Region: Central Region
Planning Areas: Bukit Merah (entire), Queenstown (partial), Tiong Bahru/Redhill areas
Population: ~60,000–70,000 (rough estimate)
Residential Property: HDB SGD 450k–750k; rental SGD 2k–3.5k/month; Private condos SGD 1.2–3.5M; rental SGD 3.5k–7.5k/month
MRT Stations: Redhill MRT (EWL), Tiong Bahru MRT (EWL), HarbourFront MRT (NEL, Circle Line)
Distance to Fullerton Square: ~5–6 km by road

References

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