Lengkok Siakap 5 is a residential road in the Siakap precinct of Seberang Jaya, Seberang Perai, Penang. It branches off Persiaran Siakap to the left and right, though the two access points do not align directly across from each other but are slightly diagonal. Both arms of Lengkok Siakap 5 end in cul-de-sacs, creating quiet residential corners within the neighbourhood.
The diagonal junctions of Lengkok Siakap 5 with Persiaran Siakap give the street a distinctive layout compared to other roads in the precinct. Each branch functions as a short residential lane, lined with terrace houses and flanked by small community green spaces. Being cul-de-sacs, both arms of the road are low in through-traffic, making them especially suitable for family living and providing children with safer play areas.
Lengkok Siakap 5, like other streets in the precinct, was developed in the late 1970s and 1980s as part of the township of Seberang Jaya1. Its design reflects urban planning concepts of the period, where cul-de-sacs were included to foster quieter residential pockets within larger neighbourhood grids. The “Lengkok” designation, meaning “curve,” denotes that the road is not a straight passage but features bends leading into its cul-de-sacs.
The properties along Lengkok Siakap 5 are primarily single- and double-storey terrace houses. Built-up areas generally range between 1,100 sq ft (102 sq m) and 1,500 sq ft (139 sq m)2. In 2025, prices for intermediate units typically fall between RM420,000 and RM540,000, while corner units may command RM600,000 to RM680,0003. Rental rates usually average RM1,200 to RM1,800 per month4.
Although Lengkok Siakap 5 itself is a quiet lane, residents enjoy the convenience of being close to Persiaran Siakap, which connects directly to Tingkat Siakap 11 and Lengkok Siakap 3. Schools, local eateries, and surau are within walking or short driving distance, while Sunway Carnival Mall and Seberang Jaya Hospital are less than 10 minutes away by car.
Motorists from Lengkok Siakap 5 can easily reach Jalan Siakap and Jalan Baru, from which the North–South Expressway, Butterworth, and the Penang Bridge are accessible. Public transport options include Rapid Penang bus services along Jalan Baru5.
The use of cul-de-sacs, such as those on Lengkok Siakap 5, was a hallmark of late 20th-century residential planning in Malaysia. These designs aimed to reduce vehicle congestion in inner neighbourhoods, while at the same time increasing safety for residents.
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