Princesa is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 7 (Carretera de Cádiz) of Málaga, home to around 10,713 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is socioeconomic status (#18 of 64) and its weakest is peace and green space (#50 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (5): El Bulto, Industrial La Pelusa, Jardín de la Abadía, La Princesa, Parque Ayala.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Princesa is more affluent than the city average, with a net household income of about €36,383 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Princesa is busier and less green than average; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 67,100 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Princesa is below average for transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
👨👩👧 Family-friendly
For families, Princesa is well equipped for family life; children under 18 make up 13.8% of residents and households average 2.5 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
10,713
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€36,383
Median year of construction
1972
Buildings built after 2000
19.3%
Dwellings
5,195
Summer vegetation (satellite)
67,100 m²
Mean age
45.0
Residents under 18
13.8%
Residents 65+
21.8%
Spanish-born residents
88.2%
Average household size
2.5
Area
0.80 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
4.7%
Questions & answers
Is Princesa a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Princesa ranks 24 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is well equipped for family life. Children under 18 make up 13.8% of residents and the average household has 2.5 people.
Is Princesa a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Princesa ranks 50 of 64 areas, so it is busier and less green than average. Summer vegetation covers about 67,100 m².
Is Princesa well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Princesa ranks 44 of 64 areas, so it is below average for transit and amenities — based on the density of EMT bus stops, municipal facilities and bike-parking places.
Is Princesa an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Princesa is about €36,383 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 18 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is more affluent than the city average.
Where is Princesa?
Princesa is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 7 (Carretera de Cádiz) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7069, -4.4304.