Barangay Buenasuerte is a barangay in Victoria, Northern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Victoria. It had a population of 484 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Victoria. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Elena Cabales Labastida(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buenasuerte · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Buenasuerte
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Buenasuerte is one of the administrative divisions of Victoria in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buenasuerte had a population of 484. This made it the 14th largest of 16 barangays in Victoria by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buenasuerte accounted for approximately 3.01% of the total population of Victoria, which stood at 16,085 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Buenasuerte moved from 498 residents to 484, an intercensal change of -2.8%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Buenasuerte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Victoria is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buenasuerte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buenasuerte ranks 431st by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buenasuerte 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 Victoria 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 Buenasuerte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
452
—
—
2020 CPH
498
+46
+10.2%
2024 POPCEN
484
-14
-2.8%
2015–2020: +10.2% total (+1.96%/yr).2020–2024: -2.8% total (-0.71%/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 Victoria
14thof 16
Among the smaller barangays of Victoria by population.
Share of Victoria
3.0%
of the municipality's total 16,085 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
431stof 569
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Victoria (municipality) class
5th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Buenasuerte in Victoria 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 Buenasuerte
Where is Barangay Buenasuerte located?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte is a barangay in the municipality of Victoria, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buenasuerte hall?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte is located in Victoria, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buenasuerte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buenasuerte is Elena Cabales Labastida (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buenasuerte?▾
You can contact Barangay Buenasuerte via phone at 09972834117.
What municipality is Barangay Buenasuerte part of?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Victoria, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buenasuerte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte 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 Victoria?▾
Victoria is classified as a 5th 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 Buenasuerte.
Has the population of Barangay Buenasuerte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buenasuerte went from 498 residents to 484 — a change of -2.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buenasuerte in?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Victoria.
How many barangays are in Victoria?▾
Victoria has 16 barangays, including Barangay Buenasuerte. You can browse the full list on our Victoria page.
How many residents does Barangay Buenasuerte have?▾
Barangay Buenasuerte had a population of 484 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buenasuerte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Victoria is 6406. 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 Buenasuerte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buenasuerte was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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