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Kampung Sungai Ara
City in Penang, Malaysia
Overview
Kampung Sungai Ara, located in Penang's southwest, is a lively suburban township blending local charm with modern conveniences. Known for its diverse eateries, green spaces, and proximity to Bayan Lepas's industrial hub, it's ideal for families and business travelers seeking a laid-back atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malaysia
State
Penang
Population
140,849
Time Zone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.33°, 100.27°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$598
Local Cost
$330
Local Income
$650
Cashless
75
English
65
Temperature
28.3°C
Summer Avg
28.7°C
Winter Avg
27.8°C
Record High
32.3°C
Record Low
23.9°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
2353 mm
Internet Speed
220 Mbps
Upload
147 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
83
Coworking
0
Cafes
24
Nightlife
0
Parks
59
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PEN
Distance
3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 454 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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