The SYP neighbourhood is an attractive blend of old and new properties. Older-style mid-rises that dominate commercial streets give way to modern towers with excellent club house facilities.

Renovated characterful buildings with old-school appeal give a nod to the neighbourhood’s history. Being close to the harbour where there is a height restriction on buildings, properties in this neighbourhood benefit from a more open feel than can be found in Mid-Levels, and the way of life here is much more relaxed than in the city centre.

The area caters mainly for the professional single or couples market with high density living in compact units.

Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park is just one of the most popular places to visit in the district. This wide waterfront promenade is a gorgeous spot for walks, and there is also a leisure centre complete with a public swimming pool, football pitch, basketball court, and children's playground area. Plus, with the number of families living in SYP, there's a handful of dog parks too to visit for your four-legged friends. The north of Sai Ying Pun borders Mid-levels West along Bonham Road. Within 10 minutes you'll find The Morning Trail and access to the iconic Victoria Peak.

One of the biggest draws of living in Sai Ying Pun is its proximity to Hong Kong Central Business District. The neighbourhood is conveniently placed and well serviced for commuters travelling by public transport or private car, and borders some key areas of commerce.

Central is only about 10 minutes away by train, and these are a reliable and cost-effective way to get about. There is a tram which takes travellers direct to Central in 22 minutes and this is especially popular with regular commuters. For those that prefer to go by bus, multiple routes will have you in Admiralty within about 15 minutes. You can catch a Citybus from Eastern Street which terminates at IFC Mall with a journey time of about 7 minutes.

Getting to Central via the subway is convenient, just board at Sai Ying Pun MTR station on High Street and you will arrive in about 4 minutes. Services are regular with trains departing every 5 minutes or so, and they run until just after midnight.

• Dive into Sai Ying Pun Market for a sensory feast of fresh seafood and vegetables.

• Pick up Chinese sauces and ingredients from local grocery stores on High Street.

• Visit Lo Pan temple, the only one in Hong Kong dedicated to the patron saint of builders and carpenters.

• Dine at one of the new breed of restaurants in Western District, from fish and seafood to tacos and Italian street food.

• Take a sunset stroll along the waterfront at Kennedy Town.