Jalan Thamby Kecil, Butterworth

Jalan Thamby Kecil is a local road in the Raja Uda area of Butterworth, Seberang Perai, Penang. It connects the junction of Jalan Bagan Jermal (to the west) and Jalan Bagan Ajam, running eastward to meet Jalan Raja Uda. This makes it an important feeder street between residential Don’s zones and the bustling Raja Uda commercial corridor.

Road Layout & Role

Jalan Thamby Kecil runs roughly west–east in a short stretch, acting as a connector lane between two main north–south roads (Jalan Bagan Jermal and Jalan Bagan Ajam) and the busy Jalan Raja Uda. This alignment enables traffic movement from residential backstreets onto main feeder routes into Butterworth. It also links several smaller residential clusters directly into Raja Uda’s amenities and services.

Neighbourhood Character

The street traverses a largely residential zone. On and around Jalan Thamby Kecil, you’ll find a mix of landed homes and mid-range apartment blocks. Pangsapuri Seri Melur, an apartment development located directly along Jalan Thamby Kecil, is a familiar landmark and draws a sizable tenant population due to its proximity to Raja Uda’s commercial lights.¹

Real Estate (as of August 2025)

On the property market, listings for apartments on Jalan Thamby Kecil—such as Pangsapuri Seri Melur—are priced between RM 335,000 and RM 380,000 for units of approximately 1,070 sq ft, translating to around RM 313–355 per sq ft.² Landed terrace units nearby, especially in Taman Bagan Ajam off Jalan Thamby Kecil, are listed at about RM 650,000 for units with ~1,100 sq ft land and ~1,280 sq ft built-up area (≈RM 591 per sq ft land area).³

Amenities & Connectivity

Residents on Jalan Thamby Kecil benefit from immediate access to Raja Uda’s retail, food, and transport services via Jalan Raja Uda. Schools, clinics, and local grocery stores are easily accessible within short walking or commuting distance. Both apartment renters and homeowners enjoy efficient access to the Butterworth Outer Ring Road and Penang Sentral for commuting across the mainland and to the island.

Community & Lifestyle

The area gathers a mix of young families, working professionals, and long-term locals. Apartments draw transient tenants, while terrace homes are usually owner-occupied. The neighborhood ambience is modest and residential, with busy daytime activity tapering to a quiet evening as daily commerce winds down.

Quick Facts

References

1. Pangsapuri Seri Melur apartment context — Shijie Property
2. Pangsapuri Seri Melur listings (RM 335k–380k for 1,070 sq ft) — PropertyGuru
3. Taman Bagan Ajam terrace house listing (~RM 650k) — iProperty