Sengkang is a relatively new town that used to be a fishing village. Did you know, the name of the town means "prosperous harbour"?
In the past decade, it has been established as a choice destination to live as private homes are built alongside rivers and next to parks and green connectors.
With a community hospital slated to open in 2018, this residential town is earmarked for even greater expansion.
Many amenities are conveniently located and you don't have to head to Orchard Road to get your shopping fix. In fact, there are 4 shopping malls located in Sengkang or along Rivervale Drive for you to shop till you drop.
If you have just moved into the area, we have just the guide for you to the amenities that are available in this town, so you know just where to go for last-minute groceries or to fill up your tank if your vehicle is running low on fuel.
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Shopping centres
Getting to the shopping centres within Sengkang is convenient as many are available in the area.
A wide array of shops are available at the following malls listed below to suit all your shopping needs. Ranging from dining to clothing, these malls offer you plenty of choices to choose from.
Where to shop
- Compass Point: 1 Sengkang Square, #01-48, Compass Point, S545078
- Rivervale Mall: 11 Rivervale Cres, Rivervale Mall, Singapore S545082
- Rivervale Plaza: Blk 118 Rivervale Dr, S540118
- Seletar Mall: 33 Sengkang W Avenue, S797653
Clinics
If you ever fall sick, there are over 20 clinics and healthcare services available all across Sengkang, making access to medical services just a stone's throw away.
The Sengkang Polyclinic is located opposite Compass Point at Sengkang Square and close to Oasis LRT station.
In addition, a 1,400-bed Sengkang General and Community Hospital is slated for completion in 2018.
Most of the General Practitioners in the clinics around Sengkang are partners of the Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS), offering government subsidies for medical and dental care to Singapore Citizens from middle and lower-income families, as well as senior citizens.
View the list of clinics in Sengkang here:
Petrol stations
If you are new to the town and need to know where to go to refuel your vehicle, there are 3 petrol stations in the area.
- Esso: 821 Punggol Road S829169
- Shell Station: 61 Sengkang East Road S545015
- SPC: 91 Sengkang East Way S544885
Schools
For residents who are keen to send their children to schools in the vicinity, Sengkang has 8 mainstream primary schools and 6 secondary schools to choose from.
They are:
- Anchor Green Primary School: 31 Anchorvale Dr, Singapore S544969
- Compassvale Primary School: 21 Compassvale St, Singapore S545091
- Fernvale Primary School: 1 Fernvale Lane 797701
- Nan Chiau Primary School: 50 Anchorvale Link S545080
- North Spring Primary School: 1 Rivervale St, Singapore S545088
- NorthVista Primary School: 20 Compassvale Link S544974
- Seng Kang Primary School: 21 Compassvale Walk, Singapore S545166
- Springdale Primary School: 71 Anchorvale Link, S544799
- CHIJ Saint Joseph's Convent: 62 Sengkang East Way, S548595
- Compassvale Secondary School: 51 Compassvale Crescent S545083
- Nan Chiau High School: 20 Anchorvale Link, S545079
- NorthVista Secondary School: 11 Rivervale Link S545081
- Pei Hwa Secondary School: 21 Fernvale Link S797702
- Sengkang Secondary School: 10 Compassvale Lane S545090
Community Centres
Sengkang has 3 community clubs that offer access to some basic community services.
They are conveniently located beside other major facilities such as the Sports Centre, Compass Point and the neighbourhood police post.
Sengkang CC has a multi-purpose hall for various activities from pickleball to line dancing. On Saturdays, residents can also sing karaoke with a live band.
Rivervale CC offers parent-and-child baking sessions, as well as a free PC clinic twice a month to assist residents troubleshoot their computer problems.
Anchorvale CC is nestled at the east bank of the Punggol River along with the Sports Centre. Residents can book the multi-purpose halls for community activities or have a unique dining experience along the river.
Where to locate CCs:
- Anchorvale Community Club: 59 Anchorvale Road, S544965
- Rivervale Community Centre: Blk 193 Rivervale Drive, #01-787, S540193
- Sengkang Community Club: 2 Sengkang Square, S545025
Eateries/ Supermarkets
Looking for a quick meal after work? Sengkang presents a whole range of options. One of them is Kopitiam Square (above) which is a market cum food centre located right next to Sengkang MRT station.
Housing 60 food stalls, the 1,200 seater food centre offers a diverse range of hawker food like chicken rice and bak kut teh. Half of the stall also operate 24/7 - so you know where to go if you need to grab a late meal or some supper.
Those who want to do their marketing can also shop for fresh produce at Kopitiam Square. Market stalls close as late as 9pm.
But if you prefer shopping at supermarkets, there is no lack in the area.
Where to stock up on groceries:
- Kopitiam Square: 10 Sengkang Square S544829
- Cold Storage: Compass Point, #B1-38, S545078
- FairPrice Finest: Seletar Mall, #B2-24, S797653
- NTUC Fairprice: Rivervale Mall, #03-01, S545082
- Prime Supermarket: 263 Compassvale St, S540263
24-hour supermarkets
NTUC Fairprice outlets can be found at these 3 locations:
- 277C, Compassvale Link , #01-13, S544277
- 21, Sengkang West Avenue , #01-11/12, Fernvale Point, S797650
- 118, Rivervale Drive, #01-08, Rivervale Plaza, S540118
Fitness
Want to exercise? Head to Sengkang Riverside Park or Sengkang Sculpture Park where there's plenty of space for a brisk walk or jog. Or visit the Sengkang Sports Centre that is co-located with the Anchorvale Community Club. There are 2 swimming pools there, a gym and a world-class hockey field (above).
Where to get some exercise:
- Sengkang Riverside Park
- Sengkang Sculpture Park
- Sengkang Sports Centre: 57 Anchorvale Rd, S544964
Religious sites
And if you are looking for a place of worship, here are some in the neighbourhood.
- Al-Mawaddah Mosque: 151 Compassvale Bow, S544997
- Arulmigu Velmurugan Gnanamuneeswarar Temple: 50 Rivervale Cres, S545029
- Pu Ti Buddhist Temple: 121C Punggol Road S546637
- Sengkang Methodist Church: 31 Anchorvale Rd, S545056
- St Anne's Church: 66 Sengkang East Way, S548593
Source: HiLife By Qing Jian (Asia1)