Portada Alta is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 6 (Cruz de Humilladero) of Málaga, home to around 6,389 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is family-friendliness (#35 of 64) and its weakest is socioeconomic status (#43 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (3): La Barriguilla, Polígono Carretera de Cártama, Portada Alta.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Portada Alta is less affluent than the city average, with a net household income of about €30,543 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Portada Alta is about average for noise and greenery; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 48,500 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Portada Alta 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, Portada Alta is about average for family infrastructure; children under 18 make up 15.1% of residents and households average 2.6 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
6,389
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€30,543
Median year of construction
1963
Buildings built after 2000
2.8%
Dwellings
2,745
Summer vegetation (satellite)
48,500 m²
Mean age
43.5
Residents under 18
15.1%
Residents 65+
19.3%
Spanish-born residents
91.2%
Average household size
2.6
Area
0.49 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
0.4%
Questions & answers
Is Portada Alta a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Portada Alta ranks 35 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is about average for family infrastructure. Children under 18 make up 15.1% of residents and the average household has 2.6 people.
Is Portada Alta a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Portada Alta ranks 36 of 64 areas, so it is about average for noise and greenery. Summer vegetation covers about 48,500 m².
Is Portada Alta well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Portada Alta ranks 37 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 Portada Alta an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Portada Alta is about €30,543 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 43 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is less affluent than the city average.
Where is Portada Alta?
Portada Alta is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 6 (Cruz de Humilladero) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7165, -4.4532.