Johar Town
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Johar Town is a well‑planned residential neighbourhood in southern Lahore, developed under the oversight of the Lahore Development Authority (LDA). It is divided into Phase 1 and Phase 2, featuring blocks with modern amenities and a mix of residential and commercial properties. Known for its strategic location, it provides easy access to major roads like Motorway‑2 and Multan GT Road, making it a popular choice for families and professionals.
- Developer: Lahore Development Authority (LDA)
- Ideal For: Ideal for upper‑middle‑class families, first‑time homebuyers, and investors due to its secure environment, modern amenities, and high rental yields.
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Latest Updates
Open Manholes Remain Unaddressed in Johar Town, Positing Grave Safety Risks
Multiple uncovered manholes persist across Johar Town—particularly near Mirdad Chowk and Shadaywal Chowk—despite repeated complaints to the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA). Shopkeepers report daily hazards, and WASA has failed to replace missing covers, raising fears of fatal accidents. A recent fatality at Bhaati Chowk underscores systemic neglect, with insiders confirming collapsed complaint resolution mechanisms across Lahore.
Unsafe Whitewashing Work on High-Rise Building in Johar Town G-4 Violates SOPs
A high-rise building in Johar Town G-4 sector is undergoing whitewashing without mandatory safety measures—including absence of harnesses, scaffolding, or protective gear—exposing workers to life-threatening falls. The activity constitutes a clear violation of occupational safety standards and has drawn public concern via social media as an urgent labor rights and public safety issue.
House Price
PKR 19113/sq.ft
YoY -1.65%
Plot Price
PKR 12976/sq.ft
YoY -11.68%
Commercial Price
PKR 35399/sq.ft
YoY +28.61%
Mostly educated and well-off people live in the area, contributing to a posh community atmosphere rich with amenities.
Prime location along Canal Road with easy access to the city centre, major thoroughfares like Raiwind Road, and proximity to Lahore Ring Road and motorway.
Vibrant commercial hub with easy access to shopping and entertainment options including Emporium Mall (with hypermarket, cinema, food court), numerous restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets.
Home to a number of reputable schools, colleges, and universities, making it ideal for families. Examples include International School of Choueifat, Beaconhouse, Lahore Grammar School, University of Management & Technology, and University of Central Punjab.
Presence of several hospitals and clinics, most notably the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, along with other facilities like Iqra Medical Complex and Life Line Hospital.
Presence of relatively secure gated communities.
Well-maintained parks with jogging tracks and children's play areas in almost every block. Also features sports complexes like LDA Sports Complex and Johar Town Hockey Stadium.
Well-established neighbourhood with modern infrastructure, underground electricity, wide carpeted roads, and a reliable sewerage network.
Chronic traffic congestion on the main arteries and roads within the society.
Periodic load-shedding (power outages) and occasional water-supply interruptions.
Rising property prices and high cost, making it out of budget for some buyers.