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Tanjung Tokong
City in Penang, Malaysia
Overview
Tanjung Tokong is a lively suburb located along Penang's northern coastline, known for its blend of modern waterfront developments, traditional communities, and picturesque sea views. It attracts both locals and expatriates with its excellent amenities, diverse dining options, and proximity to the historic George Town.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malaysia
State
Penang
Population
12,550
Time Zone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.46°, 100.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$955
Local Cost
$617
Local Income
$950
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
166 Mbps
Upload
110 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
30
Coworking
0
Cafes
15
Nightlife
1
Parks
14
Transport
41
Walk Score
41
Footways
82.0
Airport
BWH
Distance
9 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 228 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 65/100.
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