Yio Chu Kang Beacon

About Yio Chu Kang Beacon

Who’s it suitable for? Yio Chu Kang Beacon HDB is perfect for those who are looking for: HDB flats in Ang Mo Kio Various layouts, including 2-room Flexi, 3-, and 4-room units Proximity to Yio Chu Kang and Lentor MRT Station Suitable family housing near renowned schools Accessibility Located along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9, Yio Chu Kang Beacon is conveniently located approximately a 5-minute walk from Yio Chu Kang MRT Station on the North-South Line (NSL). Bus services are also offered from Yio Chu Kang Bus Interchange, connecting to other parts of the estate. On top of that, residents will be able to get easy access to Lentor MRT Station on the Thomson East Coast Line (TEL) – around a 10-minute walk from Yio Chu Kang Beacon. As for residents who drive, this HDB in Ang Mo Kio is near Central Expressway (CTE) and Pan Island Expressway (PIE). Those travelling to Orchard Road or the CBD can expect to arrive within 10 to 15 minutes via the CTE. Nearby Amenities Amenities-wise, residents of Yio Chu Kang Beacon can get anything they need within easy reach. Families with young children can enjoy the convenience of the childcare centre within the development, with the playgrounds and courtyard doubling as outdoor learning spaces for children. There are also recreational and communal spaces for residents to interact and relax amidst lush greenery. Moreover, there's no excuse to not stay active and fit when there are numerous sports facilities located a short walk away, such as the Yio Chu Kang Sports Hall, Stadium, Swimming Complex and even a Squash and Tennis Centre.  Schools Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon A huge plus point for those who have or are looking at having a family down the road is that there are several schools near Yio Chu Kang Beacon. Presbyterian High School and Anderson Primary School are by the HDB complex. Numerous schools are still around the area, such as Mayflower Primary School, Yio Chu Kang Secondary School, CHIJ St. Nicholas Primary & Secondary School, Anderson Serangoon Junior College, and Nanyang Polytechnic. Shopping Centres Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon While no retail malls are within walking distance, you can head to the Ang Mo Kio central region for several shopping complexes such as Djitsun Mall, Ang Mo Kio Hub, Broadway Plaza, and Jubilee Square.  If you only go for groceries,  there are at least 3 supermarkets less than 1.5km away from Yio Chu Kang Beacon. Ang Mo Kio 628 Market, located only 400m from the HDB, offers another alternative for more affordable shopping. Hawker Centres Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon Yio Chu Kang Beacon HDB is a short walking distance to a decent-sized hawker centre, Ang Mo Kio 628 Market & Food Centre. This bustling hawker centre and market are usually open earlier in the day – a perfect place to get breakfast! There are over 50 cooked food stalls to choose from. Parks Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West is around 1 km from Yio Chu Kang Beacon. Nature lovers would enjoy the lush greenery, as joggers might want to challenge themselves with the park's hilly terrain. Visitors can find various plants in the secondary forest, such as DIllenia and Vitex – it’s a nice place to take your children to learn about nature.  There is also a plaza where visitors can enjoy a bird’s eye view of Ang Mo Kio Town Garden West and a slight view of other nearby parks such as Thomson Nature Park, Lentor Hillock Park, and Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park.  Libraries Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon The nearest library is located in Ang Mo Kio town centre. Amidst the tranquillity of the lush greenery around, Ang Mo Kio Public Library offers patrons quiet reading spaces that span over 2 levels – each level organised to cater to the different reading and learning needs.  The library is home to 2 reading clubs, namely Taxi Sifu & Friends and Vaasagar Vattam. Moreover, there’s a café conveniently located on level 1 with a menu offering full meals and drinks. Places of Worship Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon Located just next to Yio Chu Kang CC, Ang Mo Kio Presbyterian Church is around a 5 minutes walk from the HDB complex. Other churches, such as Bethesda Hall and First Evangelical Reformed Church, can also be found nearby.  Also within close walking distance, you can find Chu Sheng Temple and Swee Kow Kuan Temple, both located along Ang Mo Kio Street 61. As for mosques, Masjid Al-Muttaqin along Ang Mo Kio Ave 6 is the nearest one to Yio Chu Kang Beacon. Hospitals Near Yio Chu Kang Beacon Should you have sudden health emergencies, Ang Mo Kio's Thye Hua Kwan Hospital is opposite the HDB complex. Among other health services, the hospital is dedicated to providing quality rehabilitative care for patients recovering from stroke and other debilitating medical conditions.