| English | Toa Payoh New Town |
|---|---|
| Total area | 4.63 km² |
| Residential area | 2.10 km² |
| Population | 116,800 |
| Dwelling units | 35,119 |
| Projected ultimate | 48,000 |
The Toa Payoh New Town, HDB's second satellite town, was built in 1968. The layout of the new town follows urban planning principles of the time. The housing estate is self-contained and has a town centre acting as a focal point for the shopping and entertainment needs of the residents.
Industrial developments were also built within the town to provide residents with job opportunities close to home while schools were built within the neighbourhoods.
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