Perchel Sur is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga, home to around 6,295 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is urban convenience (#1 of 64) and its weakest is peace and green space (#62 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (2): Perchel Sur, Plaza de Toros Vieja.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Perchel Sur is among the most affluent in the city, with a net household income of about €42,294 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Perchel Sur is among the noisiest, least green areas; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 9,900 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Perchel Sur 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, Perchel Sur is among the least equipped for family life; children under 18 make up 12.0% of residents and households average 2.2 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
6,295
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€42,294
Median year of construction
1988
Buildings built after 2000
34.9%
Dwellings
3,820
Summer vegetation (satellite)
9,900 m²
Mean age
47.2
Residents under 18
12.0%
Residents 65+
26.2%
Spanish-born residents
87.7%
Average household size
2.2
Area
0.26 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
9.0%
Questions & answers
Is Perchel Sur a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Perchel Sur ranks 52 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is among the least equipped for family life. Children under 18 make up 12.0% of residents and the average household has 2.2 people.
Is Perchel Sur a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Perchel Sur ranks 62 of 64 areas, so it is among the noisiest, least green areas. Summer vegetation covers about 9,900 m².
Is Perchel Sur well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Perchel Sur ranks 1 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 Perchel Sur an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Perchel Sur is about €42,294 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 4 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is among the most affluent in the city.
Where is Perchel Sur?
Perchel Sur is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7131, -4.4280.