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A Comprehensive Understanding of Singapore's Regional Divisions
Oct 20, 2022
A Comprehensive Understanding of Singapore's Regional Divisions Singapore
By   Internet
  • Guide
  • Singapore
  • Postal District
  • Marina Bay
Abstract: Singapore has long been considered one of the most developed and well-equipped countries in Asia and is a multicultural city of immigrants connected to all of Southeast Asia.

Singapore is strategically located among the Southeast Asian countries with world class infrastructure, beautiful environment and is known as a garden city.

 

Singapore is currently divided into five regions - Central, Western, Eastern, Northern and North Eastern, of which there are 55 planning areas within the region.

 

The postal codes and postal zones in Singapore are among the most widely used numbers in the lives of Singaporeans today.

 

In terms of zoning, the 6-character postal code can pinpoint the specific building you are looking for. Therefore, in Singapore, postal codes are the most common way for people to search for addresses and locate cabs.

 

Singapore is divided into 28 postal zones and you can determine where your property is located in Singapore by the postal code.

 

The market segmentation areas done by URA Singapore are CCR, RCR and OCR.

 

Traditionally affluent areas

 

Postal Districts 9, 10 and 11, around Orchard Road, Bukit Timah and Newton.

 

The bustling Orchard Road, the Embassy District with its embassies and foreigners' clubs, and Bukit Timah, surrounded by historic and prestigious schools, are traditionally affluent areas in Singapore and are preferred by many aristocrats and wealthy people.

 

Southern Marina Tourist and Recreational Area

 

The 4th postal district, which includes famous attractions such as Sentosa, Keppel Bay, and Mount Huapai.

 

Among them, Sentosa Cove on Sentosa Island is the most exclusive in Singapore and is the only area in Singapore where foreigners are allowed to buy land and own private homes.

 

Compared to the mystery of Sentosa Cove, Keppel Bay, opposite Sentosa Cove, is more strategically located with convenient access to the bustling city center and close to the lush nature reserve that Singaporeans are most fascinated by.

 

CBD Central Business District

 

Post Districts 1, 2 and 6, Chinatown, Raffles and Marina Bay area.


This is the heart of Singapore, the financial hub, located at the southernmost tip of Singapore, adjacent to the Singapore Business Centre, directly facing Sentosa and close to the Esplanade, the Ferris Wheel and the Sands Integrated Casino.

 

The Singapore government attaches great importance to the development of this area and has been working hard to continue developing and building this area.

 

The Central Business District can be subdivided into Tanjong Pagar and Marina Bay. Apart from commercial properties, there are many luxury condominiums here.

 

Folklore District

 

Post Districts 1 and 8,,Ngurah Rai, Tanjong Pagar, Little India, etc.

 

Among them, the area around Niu Che Shui is the famous Chinatown of Singapore. When you come to Little India, you can feel the exotic atmosphere of the place.

 

Close to famous universities

 

Post Zone 5, National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, etc.

 

Post Area 9, 10, 11, Nanyang Primary School, Hua Qiao Secondary School, Raffles Girls Primary School, Nanyang Girls High School, Hwa Chong Junior College, Hwa Chong International School, etc.

 

Post District 20, Singapore's famous Raffles College, Catholic High School, etc.

 

The West Post District is not only the largest industrial area in Singapore but also home to world renowned universities and many national research institutes.

 

Mature Residential Areas

 

Post Districts 3, 12, 16, 18 and 20, Queenstown, Maristar Toa Payoh, Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris, Ang Mo Kio, and Pisan.

 

These are the more historical and established residential areas of Singapore and the largest Chinese Buddhist temple, Bright Hill Puja Temple, is also located in Bishan district. In particular, Bishan has many estate homes and some of the most successful ECs in Singapore.

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