Hougang is a well known residential area commonly known as ‘heartland',
a term used to describe a centralised region in a bigger area. It
comprises Housing & Development Board (HDB) flats and condominiums.
There are about 47,000 units of flats, most of which are 4 rooms. In
addition, 4,300 executive flats and 960 HUDC (Housing and Urban
Development Company) flats are located in Hougang. Most of the
residential areas can be found in the New Town area...