Situated in the municipality of Macabebe, Pampanga, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of Central Luzon. It had a population of 982 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jose Joy Lopez Clarin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.)
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of Macabebe in Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) had a population of 982. This made it the 25th largest of 25 barangays in Macabebe by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.18% of the total population of Macabebe, which stood at 82,933 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 Sta. Cruz (Pob.) changed from 442 to 982, a shift of +122.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Macabebe. Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Macabebe is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Pampanga, which contains 538 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) ranks 524th by 2024 POPCEN population. Pampanga is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
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.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Macabebe or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,208
—
—
2020 CPH
442
-766
-63.4%
2024 POPCEN
982
+540
+122.2%
2015–2020: -63.4% total (-18.22%/yr).2020–2024: +122.2% total (+22.09%/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 Macabebe
25thof 25
Among the smaller barangays of Macabebe by population.
Share of Macabebe
1.2%
of the municipality's total 82,933 residents.
Rank in Pampanga
524thof 538
Province-wide percentile: 3.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Macabebe (municipality) class
1st
Parent municipality 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Macabebe, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is located in Macabebe, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is Jose Joy Lopez Clarin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Macabebe LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Macabebe, Pampanga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) 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 Macabebe?▾
Macabebe is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality'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 Sta. Cruz (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) went from 442 residents to 982 — a change of +122.2% 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 Sta. Cruz (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Pampanga, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Macabebe.
How many barangays are in Macabebe?▾
Macabebe has 25 barangays, including Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Macabebe page.
How many residents does Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) had a population of 982 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Macabebe is 2018. 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 Sta. Cruz (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sta. Cruz (Pob.) was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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