FAQ on Number of Deaf in Singapore

The number of individuals with hearing loss in Singapore is estimated to be around 500,000.

There are more than 5,400 persons with hearing loss registered with SADeaf.  We have seen a gradual increase in the number of registered clients over the years.  The increase can be attributed to the ageing population, with many elderly who may face deafness or hard-of-hearing.

The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) has more than 5,400 clients who are deaf or hard of hearing. Among them, a third stated that they know sign language, while the rest admitted they do not know or did not give a response when asked.