Official site plan not yet released. The developers have not published the site plan, facilities list or elevation chart for LinkTown Residences (Hougang Central Residences), the homes in this Hougang integrated development. This page sets out what is confirmed from the land award, what integrated site plans usually include, and how to read the plan once it arrives.
What’s confirmed in the Hougang integrated development
- ~830HomesResidential towers on a 99-year lease, developed by CapitaLand Development (50%), UOL (40%) and Kheng Leong (10%).
- ~300ksq ft of retailA mall of about 300,000 sq ft NLA, owned by CICT and set to be the largest in Hougang.
- 1Bus interchangeA new Hougang bus interchange built into the development.
- 1Town plazaA public plaza with a sheltered event space and a range of F&B.
Site facts
| Site area | 504,820 sq ft (about 46,900 sqm) |
|---|---|
| Plot ratio | 2.5 |
| Gross floor area | About 1.27 million sq ft |
| Commercial space | About 430,556 sq ft |
| Zoning | Commercial & residential (mixed-use GLS) |
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold |
| Transport | Linked to Hougang MRT (NE14); Cross Island Line interchange targeted ~2030 |
| Neighbours | Punggol Community Club, Hougang Sports Centre, Montfort Junior School; Punggol Park nearby |
Roughly a third of the gross floor area is commercial. That tells you the Hougang Central integrated development will be a busy public place at ground level, with the homes sitting above or beside the retail and transport podium. How the architects separate those two worlds is the single most important thing to study on the site plan.
What integrated site plans typically include
Singapore’s recent integrated projects, such as Parktown Residence in Tampines and Sengkang Grand Residences, follow a broadly similar pattern. Expect the plan for LinkTown Residences to show some version of:
- A commercial podium containing the mall, bus interchange and MRT links, usually at the lower levels.
- A residential facility deck above or beside the podium, with pools, gym, function rooms and landscaping for residents only.
- Separate residential lobbies and a private drop-off, so you don’t walk through the mall to get home.
- Sheltered links from the residential side to the MRT and bus interchange.
- Car park levels split between shoppers and residents.
These are general patterns, not confirmed features. Read what is an integrated development for the wider picture, and LinkTown vs The Woodleigh Residences for another integrated project on the NEL.
How to read a site plan
- Find north. Every site plan has a north arrow. In Singapore, units facing north or south get less direct afternoon sun than west-facing ones. If facing matters to you for other reasons, see our feng shui guide to choosing a condo unit.
- Locate each block and its stacks. Stacks are the vertical columns of identical units, usually numbered on the plan (for example, Block A stacks 01 to 08).
- Trace the noise sources. Mark the bus interchange entrance, main roads, any MRT ventilation shafts and the loading bay for the mall.
- Measure the walk. Follow the covered path from each block to the MRT entrance and the drop-off. In a large site the difference between blocks can be several minutes, which matters for anyone buying a condo near the MRT.
- Check the facility deck. See which stacks overlook the pool (views, but some noise) and which look over the plaza or neighbouring HDB blocks.
How to read the elevation chart
The elevation chart (sometimes called a balance-unit chart at launch) lays out every unit by block, stack and floor. Each cell shows the unit type and size. Use it to:
- See which stacks carry the unit type you want, and on which floors.
- Spot special units, such as penthouses or units with larger balconies, that break the pattern.
- Track which units are taken on launch day, so you have backups ready.
Pricing usually rises with floor level and with better-facing stacks, so pair the chart with the price guide.
Facilities: what to expect, and what not to assume
No facilities list has been published for LinkTown Residences. Singapore condos of around 800 homes commonly offer a lap pool, children’s pool, gym, function rooms, BBQ pavilions and landscaped gardens, but the mix varies a lot between projects. In an integrated development, some everyday needs, such as supermarkets, food courts and clinics, are met by the mall below, so developers sometimes give more of the residential deck to leisure and green space. When the list comes out, compare the number of pools, gym size and number of BBQ pits against the ~830 households who will share them, and check opening hours and booking rules for popular spaces.
Stack selection tips
- Shortlist three to five units, across at least two stacks, before booking day.
- Mid floors often balance price and view, particularly where low floors face the podium roof or plaza.
- Corner stacks offer more windows and privacy, but check sun exposure.
- Visit at different times. Once the address is confirmed, walk the surroundings on a weekday evening and a weekend to judge traffic and crowd levels around Hougang Central.
- Consider resale and rental. Stacks with a clear, unblocked outlook tend to be easier to sell or let later. See our rental potential guide.
Once you have a unit in mind, check its layout on the floor plans page and its surroundings on the location page.
