Demand for centralized worker housing rises on FDI, 2.12 million foreign workers
Demand for centralized worker accommodation (CLQ) and purpose-built worker housing (PBWA) in Malaysia is increasing. This growth is driven by a rise in registered foreign workers to 2.12 million in 2025 and continued foreign direct investment (FDI). The sector is now being recognized as a mature property asset class, attracting institutional investors and operators from Singapore.