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Safe, convenient areas with top schools and family-friendly amenities
Bangkok can feel overwhelming at first, but the right neighborhood transforms it into an incredibly family-friendly city. With world-class international schools, excellent healthcare, and safe gated communities, many expat families find it an ideal place to raise children. Here are the best neighborhoods for families.
The gold standard for expat families in Bangkok. This area around BTS Phrom Phong is home to Samitivej Hospital, Emporium shopping center, and Benchasiri Park. Several international schools are nearby, and the tree-lined sois offer a surprisingly residential feel despite being central.
Top international schools include NIST (Sukhumvit 15), Bangkok Patana (Bangna), ISB (Nichada Thani), Shrewsbury (Sathorn/Riverside), and Harrow International (Don Mueang). Tuition ranges from 400,000 to 1,000,000 THB per year.
Yes. Bangkok is generally very safe for families. Gated communities and condominiums with 24/7 security are common. The main concerns are traffic and air quality during burning season (Feb–Apr). Most expat families live very comfortably.
A 2-bedroom condo in a family-friendly area rents for 25,000–50,000 THB/month. Detached houses in compounds like Nichada Thani rent for 50,000–120,000 THB/month. Purchasing a family condo costs 5–15 million THB depending on location.
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Just east of Thonglor, Ekkamai and Phra Khanong offer a more relaxed pace at lower prices. The area has seen a boom in family-friendly developments, with new condos and townhouses featuring kids' pools and playrooms. Gateway Ekkamai and the surrounding sois have great dining options.
A self-contained Western-style community just north of Bangkok. Nichada Thani is essentially a small American suburb transplanted into Thailand — complete with ISB (International School Bangkok), sports clubs, and a lake. Perfect for families who want a compound lifestyle with all amenities on-site.
Southeast Bangkok's family hub. Bangna is home to Bangkok Patana School and Concordian International School, with Mega Bangna providing massive shopping and entertainment. Modern housing estates and condos offer excellent value compared to inner Bangkok.
The southern end of Sathorn near Narathiwat and Yen Akat offers a leafy, residential atmosphere that many families love. Close to Shrewsbury International School and several embassies, it feels upscale but less hectic than the Sukhumvit corridor.