Wapda Town
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Wapda Town is a well-established, LDA-approved gated residential community in Lahore, originally launched in 1978 for WAPDA employees and later opened to the public. It is a fully-developed, middle-class oriented neighborhood spanning approximately 17,000 kanals, organized into Phase 1 (with Extension) and Phase 2. The community offers a comprehensive range of amenities including wide roads, parks, mosques, schools, and commercial areas, making it a secure and self-contained environment for residents.
- Developer: Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA)
- Ideal For: It is highly suitable for families, middle-class home-buyers, and investors seeking a secure, well-maintained community with ready-built houses or plots for construction and long-term growth potential.
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Latest Updates
New Expressway Project Approved Linking Wapda Town to Central Lahore
A major infrastructure project has been approved for Lahore, involving the construction of a new high-speed corridor/expressway from Rafique Kareem Road in Wapda Town to Pine Avenue/Union Road Extension. The route will connect several key areas including PIA Housing Scheme, College Road (Township), Township Market, Amanah Mall, and terminate near Arfa Kareem Tower, aiming to significantly reduce travel time from Wapda Town, Johar Town, and Township towards Ferozepur Road and Central Lahore. The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has prepared the project plan and submitted it to WASA for coordination, with additional development funds sanctioned by the Chief Minister of Punjab.
Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Cause Damage and Power Outages in Lahore
Parts of Lahore, including Wapda Town, were impacted by heavy rainfall and hailstorms. The severe weather caused a wall collapse on a rickshaw in Wapda Town, injuring two people, with one requiring hospital treatment. The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) reported that several power feeders tripped, leading to widespread electricity outages across the city. Authorities, including WASA and Rescue 1122, were engaged in drainage operations and safety alerts. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) forecast more rain across Punjab.
New Community Facility Announced for Wapda Town
Residents of Wapda Town, Lahore, have been notified about a new facility scheduled to open within 15 days. The address provided is 163-H1 Wapda Town, near the Engineers Town entrance. This update was shared within a local residents' and community Facebook group.
Ongoing Real Estate and Community Developments in Wapda Town
The local community news portal for Wapda Town continuously reports on ongoing developments within the area. These include new housing block launches, commercial plaza openings, road construction projects, and traffic diversions. The portal serves as a comprehensive guide for property prices, local businesses, and community life, highlighting the area's status as a vibrant and sought-after neighborhood in Lahore.
House Price
PKR 1695/sq.ft
YoY -4.15%
Plot Price
PKR 9266/sq.ft
YoY +11.79%
Commercial Price
PKR 21894/sq.ft
YoY N/A
Smooth carpeted roads and reliable electricity and gas supply.
Well-planned layout with parks, mosques, schools, pharmacies, clinics, and commercial outlets in each sector.
Clean, well-maintained, family-friendly area with ample entertainment and shopping choices.
Gated community with strong security measures, restricted entry requiring identity proof.
Good quality educational institutes nearby, such as Aurora International School and other reputable schools.
Convenient access to central Lahore via newly built underpasses and Canal Bank Road, with internal bus stands, rickshaws, and ride-hailing services.
Historical perception that the locality was too far from the city centre, which has lessened but still influences some buyers.
Intermittent internet connectivity in certain parts of the community and at nearby hostels.
Occasional traffic bottlenecks near the interchange loop.
Delayed plot possession by the development authority.
Irregular water cuts without prior notice.
Ongoing infrastructure problems in older blocks, especially block A, with uneven ground and deep potholes.