Bedok is one of the oldest estates in Singapore, but the properties in the area remain in constant demand whenever they are listed for sale. In fact, the name Bedok has been around since the days of Sir Stamford Raffles, which serves to showcase the town’s longevity. Many have speculated that the name Bedok was derived from the Malay word “Bedoh”, which means huge drum. This is because there used to...
Bukit Timah’s name arose from a corruption of the name of the Temak trees that grew in the area. As Singapore used to be a British colony, the westerners misheard the word “Temak” for “Timah”. Furthermore, these trees were located on the hill near the estate. Hill in Malay means “Bukit”, and when these two words were fused, the town was christened Bukit Timah, which means Tin Hill. Today,...
Bukit Batok may not be the first name you think of when you decide to relocate. Situated in the western region of Singapore, this estate is an often-overlooked area, especially when compared to its more illustrious neighbor, Bukit Timah. However, for Singaporeans looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Bukit Batok may be the ideal home for you. Before the development of Bukit Batok New...