Olletas is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga, home to around 12,818 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is socioeconomic status (#14 of 64) and its weakest is family-friendliness (#47 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (8): Cristo de la Epidemia, La Manía, Los Antonios, Olletas, Pinares de Olletas, Santa Amalia, Seminario, Sierra Blanquilla.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Olletas is more affluent than the city average, with a net household income of about €37,871 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Olletas is calmer and greener than average; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 232,100 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Olletas is moderately served by transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
👨👩👧 Family-friendly
For families, Olletas is below average for family infrastructure; children under 18 make up 14.6% of residents and households average 2.5 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
12,818
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€37,871
Median year of construction
1970
Buildings built after 2000
17.9%
Dwellings
6,016
Summer vegetation (satellite)
232,100 m²
Mean age
44.6
Residents under 18
14.6%
Residents 65+
20.8%
Spanish-born residents
88.1%
Average household size
2.5
Area
1.09 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
6.9%
Questions & answers
Is Olletas a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Olletas ranks 47 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is below average for family infrastructure. Children under 18 make up 14.6% of residents and the average household has 2.5 people.
Is Olletas a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Olletas ranks 15 of 64 areas, so it is calmer and greener than average. Summer vegetation covers about 232,100 m².
Is Olletas well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Olletas ranks 38 of 64 areas, so it is moderately served by transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
Is Olletas an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Olletas is about €37,871 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 14 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is more affluent than the city average.
Where is Olletas?
Olletas is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7333, -4.4111.