The place was first redeveloped by the British as a summer house and a getaway location from the city centre of Singapore, in the 1890s, and was prized for its tranquillity and remoteness.

After the war, the British rebuilt the area to become both a resort and an accommodation for ANZUK soldiers and their families as they continued to maintain military facilities in the nearby Changi Camp.

[3] As of 2014 the place is on track to being a hub for recreational activities as resorts and clubs in the area are undergoing refurbishment and tender for leisure and food and beverage operators are being rolled out.

[4] Despite the recent redevelopments, Changi Village continues to be relatively laid back compared to the rest of Singapore.

Stalls selling delicious wanton (fried fritters) which are recommended by many television programs and companies are also available here.

Many residents living in the nearby estates of Pasir Ris, Tampines and Simei drive to Changi Village for drinks in the evening.

At the east end of Changi Village there is a People's Association Water Venture that offers kayaking courses and rentals.

Places of worship in the area include the Maranatha Bible Presbyterian Church and Sree Ramar Hindu Temple.

The area falls under the jurisdiction of the Bedok Police Division and the 2nd Singapore Civil Defence Force DIV HQ.

Service 2 additionally goes to every MRT station on the East West line between Tanah Merah and Bugis.

There are small passenger ferries which lead to the north-eastern islands (e.g. Pulau Ubin) and also to some destinations in Johor, Malaysia.