In the early 2010s, interest in Iskandar properties surged amid hopes for improved Singapore – Malaysia connectivity via High Speed Rail (HSR) and Rapid Transit System (RTS).

There was no property research information equivalent to the Singapore URA nor SingStats. Johor Iskandar’s best available statistics came from NAPIC, but were often too general for investors seeking detailed insights.

Since 2011, Datamine has conducted bi-annual, on-site tracking of properties across Iskandar Malaysia. Our research goes beyond pricing data—we physically visit each location to observe its surroundings firsthand. This allows us to accurately assess key value drivers such as access to transport links, nearby schools, retail outlets, and local amenities.

By being on the ground, we gain a deeper understanding of each property’s true potential—something that can’t be captured through desktop research alone. For us, property investment begins with knowing the location inside out.