Singapore’s Wealthy Invest in Real Estate in London, Australia, Japan

Singapore’s high-net-worth families are expanding their property portfolios across London, Australia, and Japan—driven by education, rental returns, and global diversification.

According to James Puddle, Head of International Residential, Southeast Asia at JLL, wealthy Singaporean families are increasingly targeting overseas markets like London, Australia, and Japan for residential property investments.

The motivations are multifaceted - Education: Many families purchase homes in cities where their children plan to study, with London being a prime example.

Rental Yields & Capital Appreciation: These markets offer strong long-term returns, with emerging interest in UAE and Dubai as well.

Diversification: Global investments help spread risk across geographies, especially amid shifting economic landscapes.

Closer to home, post-COVID interest has surged in Southeast Asian destinations such as Bangkok, Phuket, and Malaysia, offering accessible opportunities for regional expansion.

Beyond residential, Puddle recommends ultra-rich families explore office spaces, industrial logistics, and retail assets in global cities to build resilient, yield-generating portfolios.