NEX Mall

NEX Mall is a major suburban shopping centre located in the heart of Serangoon, Singapore. It serves as a vibrant retail, dining and entertainment hub for the North-East region of the city and is integrated with public transport for optimal accessibility.

Quick Facts

Address: 23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083
Planning Area: Serangoon New Town / District 19 (North-East Region)
Built/opened: Official opening in April 2011 (soft opening November 2010) ¹
Storeys: 7 retail levels (including two basement levels) ²
Size: Net lettable area approx. 58,959 m² (≈ 634,631 ft²) ² Gross floor area around 87,513 m² ³
Anchor / notable tenants: FairPrice Xtra, Isetan, H&M, Shaw Theatres, Food Junction ²
Transport: Direct integration with Serangoon MRT Station (North-East & Circle Lines) and Serangoon Bus Interchange ¹

Location

The mall is situated at 23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083, in the planning area of Serangoon New Town within District 19 of the North-East Region of Singapore. ¹ It occupies a prominent site within the Serangoon town centre precinct and is directly linked to the adjacent bus interchange.

Construction & Size

The shopping centre was developed by Gold Ridge Pte Ltd and opened to the public in late 2010 (soft opening) with its official opening in April 2011. ¹ The mall spans seven retail floors — including Basement 2, Basement 1, Levels 1-4 and a rooftop level — making it among the largest suburban malls in Singapore. ²³

Its net lettable area is approximately 58,959 m² (around 634,631 ft²). ² The gross floor area is reported at about 87,513 m². ³ The use of the site also incorporates integration with the bus interchange and the MRT station underneath, thus maximising land use in a dense suburban environment. ⁴

Retail & Anchor Tenants

The mall houses more than 300 shops, including several major tenants that attract foot-traffic from across the region. For example:

FairPrice Xtra – a large hypermarket offering groceries, electronics and lifestyle goods. ¹
Isetan – a department store anchor. ²
H&M – global fast-fashion retailer. ²
Shaw Theatres – multiplex cinema operator located within the complex. ¹
Additional amenities such as large food courts (Food Junction, Food Republic) cater to dining needs. ⁴

Access & Transport

The mall is fully integrated with major public transport nodes. The adjacent Serangoon MRT Station (codes NE12 / CC13) serves both the North-East Line and the Circle Line, and its entrance connects directly to the mall. ⁵ The mall also shares the same site as the Serangoon Bus Interchange, enabling seamless transfers between bus and rail. ¹

For visitors arriving by MRT: alight at Serangoon Station and follow the internal linkages into the mall. For those using buses: most town-centre services terminate at the interchange immediately adjacent to the mall complex. Car-parking is provided on site, and the central location ensures easy access from the surrounding residential estates.

Sustainability & Building Features

The mall achieved the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) Green Mark Goldplus certification in 2021, reflecting enhancements such as indoor air-quality monitoring, smart ventilation and energy-efficient systems. ⁶ This aligns with its role not only as a retail destination but also a community-serving landmark in the suburban town centre.

Summary

In summary, NEX Mall in Serangoon stands out as a large-scale, well-connected suburban shopping centre. With its broad tenant mix, anchor stores, and integration with public transport, it serves as both a convenient retail destination for neighbourhood residents and a regional hub for the North-East region of Singapore.

NEX Mall is on the Map of Shopping Malls in Singapore

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