Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga, home to around 13,726 residents. On ESmap's open-data scores its strongest dimension is socioeconomic status (#2 of 64) and its weakest is family-friendliness (#43 of 64).
Official barrios in this area (10): Barcenillas, Campos Elíseos, Cañada de los Ingleses, Conde de Ureña, La Caleta, La Malagueta, La Victoria, Monte de Gibralfaro, Monte Sancha, Ventaja Alta.
💰 Wealth & status
In socioeconomic terms, Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is among the most affluent in the city, with a net household income of about €50,627 per year (INE 2023).
🌳 Calm & green
For peace and green space, Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is calmer and greener than average; vegetation visible in summer satellite imagery covers about 256,600 m².
🚇 Urban convenience
Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) 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, Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is below average for family infrastructure; children under 18 make up 13.8% of residents and households average 2.4 people.
Key statistics
Population (2023)
13,726
Net household income (€/yr, 2023)
€50,627
Median year of construction
1971
Buildings built after 2000
16.1%
Dwellings
7,857
Summer vegetation (satellite)
256,600 m²
Mean age
47.3
Residents under 18
13.8%
Residents 65+
26.7%
Spanish-born residents
87.1%
Average household size
2.4
Area
1.34 km²
Registered tourist flats (share of dwellings)
13.1%
Questions & answers
Is Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) a good area for families?
For family infrastructure — playgrounds, nurseries and primary schools — Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) ranks 43 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is below average for family infrastructure. Children under 18 make up 13.8% of residents and the average household has 2.4 people.
Is Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) a quiet, calm area?
For peace and green space Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) ranks 22 of 64 areas, so it is calmer and greener than average. Summer vegetation covers about 256,600 m².
Is Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) well connected and convenient?
For everyday convenience Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) ranks 35 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 Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) an affluent or expensive area?
The net household income in Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is about €50,627 per year (INE 2023). It ranks 2 of 64 areas in Málaga, so it is among the most affluent in the city.
Where is Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta)?
Victoria-Malagueta (La Caleta) is a social-services zone (UTS) in district 1 (Centro) of Málaga; its approximate center is 36.7214, -4.4063.