Centro Histórico (Soho) is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga, home to around 7,165 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is urban convenience (#2 of 64) and its weakest is family-friendliness (#46 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (3): Centro Histórico, Ensanche Centro, Puerto.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Centro Histórico (Soho) is among the most affluent in the city, with a net household income of about €42,431 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Centro Histórico (Soho) is calmer and greener than average; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 137,500 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Centro Histórico (Soho) 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, Centro Histórico (Soho) is below average for family infrastructure; children under 18 make up 10.1% of residents and households average 2.0 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
7,165
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€42,431
Median year of construction
1908
Buildings built after 2000
14.1%
Dwellings
6,687
Summer vegetation (satellite)
137,500 m²
Mean age
47.0
Residents under 18
10.1%
Residents 65+
23.4%
Spanish-born residents
73.4%
Average household size
2.0
Area
2.81 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
31.1%
Questions & answers
Is Centro Histórico (Soho) a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Centro Histórico (Soho) ranks 46 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is below average for family infrastructure. Children under 18 make up 10.1% of residents and the average household has 2.0 people.
Is Centro Histórico (Soho) a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Centro Histórico (Soho) ranks 17 of 64 areas, so it is calmer and greener than average. Summer vegetation covers about 137,500 m².
Is Centro Histórico (Soho) well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Centro Histórico (Soho) ranks 2 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 Centro Histórico (Soho) an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Centro Histórico (Soho) is about €42,431 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 9 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is among the most affluent in the city.
Where is Centro Histórico (Soho)?
Centro Histórico (Soho) is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7115, -4.4197.