Located in City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Barangay Buenavista is one of 64 barangays in the City of Sorsogon. It had a population of 2,817 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for City of Sorsogon. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buenavista · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Buenavista
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Buenavista is one of the administrative divisions of City of Sorsogon in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buenavista had a population of 2,817. This made it the 21st largest of 64 barangays in City of Sorsogon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Buenavista accounted for approximately 1.50% of the total population of City of Sorsogon, which stood at 187,670 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Buenavista changed from 2,033 to 2,817, a shift of +38.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in City of Sorsogon. Barangay Buenavista is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Sorsogon is a city comprising 64 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buenavista, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buenavista ranks 57th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Buenavista is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
Are you a resident or official of Barangay Buenavista? Use the form below to share verified officials, the hall address, or a contact number. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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Population history of Barangay Buenavista from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,736
—
—
2020 CPH
2,033
+297
+17.1%
2024 POPCEN
2,817
+784
+38.6%
2015–2020: +17.1% total (+3.21%/yr).2020–2024: +38.6% total (+8.50%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in City of Sorsogon
21stof 64
Among the upper half of City of Sorsogon by population.
Share of City of Sorsogon
1.5%
of the city's total 187,670 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
57thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 90.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Sorsogon (city) class
3rd
Parent city income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Buenavista in City of Sorsogon during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buenavista
Where is Barangay Buenavista located?▾
Barangay Buenavista is a barangay in the City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buenavista hall?▾
Barangay Buenavista is located in City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buenavista?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Buenavista is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buenavista?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buenavista is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Sorsogon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Buenavista part of?▾
Barangay Buenavista is one of 64 barangays in the City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buenavista urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buenavista is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of City of Sorsogon?▾
City of Sorsogon is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Buenavista.
Has the population of Barangay Buenavista been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buenavista went from 2,033 residents to 2,817 — a change of +38.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buenavista in?▾
Barangay Buenavista is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 64 barangays administered by City of Sorsogon.
How many barangays are in City of Sorsogon?▾
City of Sorsogon has 64 barangays, including Barangay Buenavista. You can browse the full list on our City of Sorsogon page.
How many residents does Barangay Buenavista have?▾
Barangay Buenavista had a population of 2,817 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buenavista?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Sorsogon is 4700. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Buenavista, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buenavista was last updated on 2026-05-28. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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Information on Barangay Buenavista, City of Sorsogon is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-28.
