Fun facts about Tampines
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The name Tampines is derived from the tempinis trees that were said to grow by the river Sungei Tampines.
Tampines
Singapore
Tampines is the regional centre of the East Region of Singapore. With a population of 290,090 living across its five subzones as of 2025, it is the most populous planning area in Singapore.
From the “Etymology” section
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During the Japanese Occupation, a tennis court in Tampines served as a military screening centre where over 300 men were detained.
Tampines
Singapore
Tampines is the regional centre of the East Region of Singapore. With a population of 290,090 living across its five subzones as of 2025, it is the most populous planning area in Singapore.
From the “History” section
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As of 2025, Tampines East is the most populous subzone in Tampines with 126,910 residents.
Tampines
Singapore
Tampines is the regional centre of the East Region of Singapore. With a population of 290,090 living across its five subzones as of 2025, it is the most populous planning area in Singapore.
From the “Demographics” section
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In 2024, Tampines had the highest median rent for executive apartments in Singapore, at S$4,000.
Tampines
Singapore
Tampines is the regional centre of the East Region of Singapore. With a population of 290,090 living across its five subzones as of 2025, it is the most populous planning area in Singapore.
From the “Economy” section
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The town has a professional football club, BG Tampines Rovers Football Club, which was founded in 1945.
Tampines
Singapore
Tampines is the regional centre of the East Region of Singapore. With a population of 290,090 living across its five subzones as of 2025, it is the most populous planning area in Singapore.
From the “Sports” section
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