Central Police Division, Central Area

#53 among attractions in Central Area

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The Central Police Division, is one of the seven land division of the Singapore Police Force. It was established in 1867 and is the longest-serving Police Division in Singapore. Amongst the seven land divisions covering all of Singapore's primary land mass, Central Division has the smallest operational area, covering just over 27 square kilometres and has a residential population of around 280,000. ()

Coordinates: 1°16'42"N, 103°50'22"E

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Central Region (Bukit Merah)Central Area Singapore

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Central Police Division – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, Singapore City Gallery, Sri Mariamman Temple, People's Park Complex.

0.4 miNE
Museum, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's Chinatown, the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum is a remarkable cultural landmark that attracts both worshippers and tourists alike. This majestic four-story temple, completed in 2007, is said to house the left canine tooth of...
0.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Singapore City Gallery
11 min walk • The Singapore City Gallery is an urban planning museum that offers a glimpse into Singapore's transformative journey from a developing nation to one of the most sophisticated and well-planned cities in the world. Located in the heart of the city, the gallery is a...
0.5 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Mariamman Temple
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's bustling Chinatown, the Sri Mariamman Temple stands as a vivid testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This Hindu temple, the oldest in Singapore, was founded in 1827 by Naraina Pillai, an immigrant from South India.
0.5 miNE
Shopping centre, Shopping, Spa
People's Park Complex
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Chinatown in Singapore, People's Park Complex is a commercial and residential building that stands as a testament to the city-state's urban development. This iconic shopping centre, with its unmistakable brutalist architecture, was completed in...
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Department store
Yue Hwa, Central Area
14 min walk • Yue Hwa Building is a historic building located at the junction of Eu Tong Sen Street and Upper Cross Street in Chinatown, Singapore, next to Chinatown MRT station.
0.5 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Cinema
The Majestic
13 min walk • The Majestic, a historical landmark nestled in the heart of Singapore, is an emblematic theatre that has stood the test of time. Established in 1928, this iconic venue was initially a Cantonese opera house that later transitioned into a cinema, captivating audiences...
0.5 miE
Shopping centre, Shopping
International Plaza
13 min walk • International Plaza, standing proudly at the heart of Singapore's central business district, is a multifaceted skyscraper that embodies the dynamic nature of the city. This commercial development is not only a shopping center but also houses offices and residential...
~420 ftNW
Protected area
Bukit Pasoh Road, Central Area
3 min walk • Bukit Pasoh Road is a road in Tanjong Pagar within the Outram Planning Area of Singapore. The road starts from Neil Road which is one way, but becomes two ways, when the road forks out into two parts, with one becoming Teo Hong Road, with both roads ending at New Bridge Road.
0.5 miE
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Masjid Al-Abrar
14 min walk • Masjid Al-Abrar is a mosque located along Telok Ayer Street in Chinatown within the Central Area, Singapore. It is one of the earliest mosques in Singapore. The mosque is also known by two other names – Kuchu Palli and Masjid Chulia.
0.6 miNE
Shopping centre, Shopping
Chinatown Point
16 min walk • Chinatown Point is a shopping mall located in Chinatown, Singapore next to Chinatown MRT station at the junction of New Bridge Road and Upper Cross Street. It is a mixed development which includes a 25-storey office tower located right above the mall. Constructed in the 1980s, the mall opened in 1990.
~1950 ftNE
Interesting neighbourhood
Chinatown
10 min walk • Chinatown is a subzone and ethnic enclave located within the Outram district in the Central Area of Singapore. Featuring distinctly Chinese cultural elements, Chinatown has had a historically concentrated ethnic Chinese population.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Central Police Division?

Nearby attractions include Bukit Pasoh Road, Central Area (3 min walk), Baba House (5 min walk), Yan Kit Swimming Complex, Central Area (7 min walk), Pearl Bank Apartments (7 min walk).

How to get to Central Police Division by public transport?

The nearest stations to Central Police Division:

Bus

Outram Park Station Exit F/SGH • Lines: 124, 143, 147, 166, 197, 61, 961, 961M (2 min walk)
Blk 3 • Lines: 166, 167, 196, 197, 61 (3 min walk)

Metro

Outram Park • Lines: Ewl, Nel, Tel (5 min walk)
Cantonment • Lines: Ccl (11 min walk)

Train

VivoCity (38 min walk)