Bishan HDB Estate is situated in the Central region of Singapore. Its central location and easy accessibility
from other parts of the country has made the estate highly popular among property buyers. Prices of the HDB units are also
higher than that of other regions which are primarily due to their prime location and good conditions. A total of 19,000 flats,
including 1,500 executive flats, constitute the Bishan HDB Estate. The most common flats are of 3 rooms, 4 rooms and 5 rooms,
of which the 4 room flats are sold most. An estimated 74,000 residents live in this HDB estate.
A wide array of amenities and facilities are available for the residents of Bishan HDB Estates to enjoy. Many
reputed hospitals and clinics are found close to the estate. Shopping malls and marketplaces supply all the necessary commodities
to the residents. There are recreational facilities in the form of playgrounds, parks, movie theaters, etc. All these facilities
have led to overwhelming increase in sales of the units of Bishan HDB Estates.
Location Specifics
HDB Estates are located at the heart of Bishan, close to the bustling city centre of Singapore. This area
is bounded by Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Central Expressway, Braddell Road and West of Upper Thomson Road. The neighboring regions
are Balestier, Macritchie, Potong Pasir, Sin Ming and Thomson.
The region is divided into 3 sub zones for development of the entire region:
All these sub zones have become modernized with the rise in the population of this city. Every kind of facility
is available within the zones.
Transportation Network
Many residents of Bishan HDB Estates regularly commute to other parts of the city, and to cater to the needs
of this group the region has great transport connectivity. Road transportation and railways are the modes of transportation
available for travelers.
Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is the synonym of local railways. Frequent services of MRT are available for commuters.
More than one station is located in Bishan. Some of the MRT stations are at Bishan, Braddell, Ang Mo Kio and Toa Payoh.
Broad roads and flyovers ease the road transportation. Singapore Bus Services (SBS) and Singapore Mass Rapid
Transit (SMRT) buses are used by large number of people. The bus services available in this area are:
SBS Transit Trunk Services: 13, 52, 54,55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 88, 128 and 156
SMRT Night Rider Services: NR1
SMRT Buses Premium Services: 588.
Educational Institutes
Many educational institutes of repute are found in close distance to Bishan HDB Estate. High standard of facilities
for Primary, Secondary and Higher education are available in this area. Some of the most notable educational institutes are
listed below:
Primary Schools
- Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School
Secondary School
- Bishan Park Secondary School
Tertiary Institutions
Facilities / Amenities
In the past few years the population of Bishan in general and Bishan HDB Estates in particular has experienced
a rise. One of the prime factors for this rise in population is the number of facilities found close to the HDB Estates in
Bishan.
Shopping Centres
- Bishan North Shopping Mall
Dinning-Out Places
Community Centres and Clubs
- MRT Sports & Recreation Club
Healthcare Facilities
Places of Worship
- Zion Bible-Presbyterian Church
Others
- Bishan-Toa Payoh north Community Children's Library
- Macritchie Reservoir Park
Bishan HDB Estates have become famous as one of the prime residential areas in Singapore and this is leading
to the ever rising prices of the units. Their ideal location and hoards of benefits make the HDB units worth buying.
Did you know...
- Bishan is the closest to Singapore's geographical centre as any area can ever get.
- Due to its location and accessibility to other parts of Singapore, Bishan is among the most expensive HDB
areas.
