Tips on Neighbourliness
A great neighbourhood is one that is caring, cohesive, safe, and beautiful. It is also where neighbours greet one another with warm smiles and take ownership of the neighbourhood they live in.
Creating such a neighbourhood begins with each of us. Start by getting to know your neighbours and practising a little thoughtfulness and patience. If we all play our part, we can build lasting friendships and strong communities in our estates.
Check out what you can do to be a good neighbour!
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Get to know your neighbours
Listening and effective communication go a long way in building relationships. We have put together some comic strips for a light-hearted read on how you can form friendships with your neighbours!
Check out the following tips on forming good relations:
- Talk to your neighbours to know them better
- Listen and compromise
- Invite your neighbours over for gatherings
- Share with your neighbours
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Help your neighbours
Everyone loves a helping hand! Meeting your neighbours’ needs when they have one will definitely be greatly appreciated.
Here are some small gestures that can make a big difference:
- Lend a helping hand
- Play a part in preventing crime in your neighbourhood
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Keep noise level down
Be considerate towards your neighbours and observe the quiet hours between 10:30pm and 7:00am.
Here are some tips on how you can play your part to make your neighbourhood a peaceful and quiet one:
- Keep volume levels low at home
- Avoid noisy recreational activities, especially during the quiet hours between 10:30pm and 7:00am
- Ensure that your children do not make too much noise while playing
- Do not drag furniture across the floor
- Use rubber stoppers on the base of your furniture to absorb noise
- Ensure that surfaces are buffered to prevent noise transmission
- If you are carrying out DIY works, keep your neighbours informed beforehand. Avoid carrying out DIY works involving drilling and hammering during the quiet hours between 10:30pm and 7:00am
- Keep volume levels low at home
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Be a responsible home owner
Take ownership of your home and neighbourhood, and play your part in creating a pleasant environment for all to live in.
Take note of these good practices:
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Drain any excess water from wet laundry or mops before hanging them out
- Do not urinate in the lifts or common areas
- Bag refuse before disposing it into the rubbish chute
- Service your air-conditioners regularly to prevent leaks or noise disturbances
- Do not vandalise common areas or amenities
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Drain any excess water from wet laundry or mops before hanging them out
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Ensure safety
Safety is a concern that can never be emphasised enough. Check out how you can make your home a safe and secure place for you and your loved ones.
Take a look at the following to ensure your neighbourhood’s safety and prevent accidents:
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Do not place objects in a dangerous manner
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Do not store flammable items or throw burning items down the garbage chute
- Keep common areas clear of obstruction
- Do not throw objects from your flat
- Check your windows and air conditioners regularly to ensure they are securely mounted
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Do not place objects in a dangerous manner
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Participate in community activities
Get to know your neighbours better in a fun and interactive way by participating in various community activities.
Take a look at how you can build up your community:
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Make new friends and help build a strong and cohesive community by joining activities, such as sports and cultural activities
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Make new friends and help build a strong and cohesive community by joining activities, such as sports and cultural activities
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Volunteer for the community
Gain a sense of purpose and satisfaction by helping out in your community.
Make a difference by joining a Grassroots Organisation. As a volunteer, you can build a strong network of friends and neighbours who can help one another in times of need.
Here’s how you can be a Grassroots Volunteer!