Carranque is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 6 (Cruz de Humilladero) of Málaga, home to around 6,694 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is urban convenience (#8 of 64) and its weakest is peace and green space (#41 of 64).
Official barrio: Carranque.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Carranque is more affluent than the city average, with a net household income of about €33,242 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Carranque is busier and less green than average; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 55,600 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Carranque is extremely well served by transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
👨👩👧 Family-friendly
For families, Carranque is one of the best-equipped areas for raising children; children under 18 make up 14.5% of residents and households average 2.5 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
6,694
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€33,242
Median year of construction
1958
Buildings built after 2000
1.5%
Dwellings
3,147
Summer vegetation (satellite)
55,600 m²
Mean age
45.6
Residents under 18
14.5%
Residents 65+
24.7%
Spanish-born residents
90.2%
Average household size
2.5
Area
0.41 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
2.3%
Questions & answers
Is Carranque a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Carranque ranks 8 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is one of the best-equipped areas for raising children. Children under 18 make up 14.5% of residents and the average household has 2.5 people.
Is Carranque a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Carranque ranks 41 of 64 areas, so it is busier and less green than average. Summer vegetation covers about 55,600 m².
Is Carranque well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Carranque ranks 8 of 64 areas, so it is extremely well served by transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
Is Carranque an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Carranque is about €33,242 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 24 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is more affluent than the city average.
Where is Carranque?
Carranque is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 6 (Cruz de Humilladero) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7174, -4.4427.