--- title: Soğanlı Neighbourhood slug: soganli-neighbourhood url: /detay/soganli-neighbourhood type: article language: English entity: primary: Soğanlı Neighbourhood type: article disambiguation: Soğanlı Neighborhood: Istanbul's vibrant Bahçelievler district. Densely populated, rich history, great transport links. categories: - name: Geography slug: cografya-2 url: /kategori/cografya-2 tags: - istanbul - Bahçelievler author: Mehmet Salih Çoban created_at: 2025-01-30T10:13:52.140059+03:00 updated_at: 2025-04-17T12:31:09.371676+03:00 --- # Soğanlı Neighbourhood ## KURE Information Cards ![photo_2025-01-30_10-06-36.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/01/30/d3bkuFbqgxoRPKDW4S0plppA40KyCkOr.jpeg) | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Location | Türkiye - İstanbul - Bahçelievler | | Postcode | 34180 | | Administrative Unit | Neighbourhood | ## Article Content Soğanlı Neighborhood is one of the neighborhoods of the Bahçelievler district, located on the European side of Istanbul. According to the latest census, its population is 66.182, making it a densely populated residential area. The neighborhood [has](/en/detay/has-3/llms.txt) transformed from rural lands into a residential center over time and today has a well-developed structure in terms of housing, trade, and service sectors. ### **Geographical Location and Boundaries** Soğanlı Neighborhood is situated in the southeastern part of Bahçelievler district. Its boundaries are as follows: - **North:** Kocasinan Merkez Neighborhood - **South:** Şirinevler Neighborhood - **East:** Güngören District - **West:** Siyavuşpaşa and Cumhuriyet Neighborhoods The neighborhood is located close to the E-5 Highway, providing [an](/en/detay/an-2/llms.txt) advantageous position for transportation to other parts of Istanbul. ### **History** The history of Soğanlı Neighborhood is linked to the Kocasinan region. During the Ottoman period, the area was covered with vineyards, gardens, and farms. Additionally, the neighborhood was located on an important route connecting Istanbul to other cities in ancient times. Historical remnants of the neighborhood include the Soğanlı Fountain, of which only a replica remains today, and [Mimar](/en/detay/mimar-2/llms.txt) Sinan Street, which was formerly known as the Old Edirne Road. ### **Demographic Structure** Soğanlı Neighborhood is one of the neighborhoods that has received migration from different parts of Istanbul. The population distribution over the years is as follows: ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/01/30/PyqeFbUjc9NvAmu7pKJIRxOoIlm6s4t5.png) *Yearly Population* The neighborhood is largely urbanized, with a predominance of young and middle-aged groups. In recent years, there has been a slow decline in population. ### **Educational Institutions** Soğanlı Neighborhood hosts various public and private educational institutions. Bahçelievler Anatolian Trade and Vocational High School is one of the key public high schools in the neighborhood. [Füsun](/en/detay/fusun/llms.txt) Yönder Anatolian High School is another institution known for its academic achievements. [At](/en/detay/at-3/llms.txt) the primary level, Ali [Haydar](/en/detay/haydar-2/llms.txt) Günver Primary School and Bağlar Primary School provide fundamental education to students. Additionally, the neighborhood has private educational institutions, including Özel Dört Mevsim Kindergarten. ### **Healthcare Services** Healthcare services in Soğanlı Neighborhood are provided through family health centers, clinics, and private healthcare institutions. The **Soğanlı Family Health Center** offers essential healthcare services to local residents. The **Hekimbaşı Ömer Family Health Center**, located on Mustafa Kemal [Paşa](/en/detay/pasa-2/llms.txt) Street, serves a large patient population. The **5th Family Health Center** is another significant healthcare facility within the neighborhood. Furthermore, family health centers in the neighboring Cumhuriyet and Siyavuşpaşa neighborhoods are frequently used by Soğanlı residents. ### **Historical Monuments and Cultural Facilities** Soğanlı Neighborhood has several historical structures dating back to the Ottoman period: - **Siyavuşpaşa Mansion and Fountain:** Built in 1571, this structure is considered an important example of Ottoman civil architecture. - **Soğanlı Fountain:** Although a modern replica stands in the square today, historical remnants of the original fountain are believed to be beneath Soğanlı Square and its surrounding roads. Cultural facilities in the neighborhood include the Bahçelievler Municipality Public Library and the Soğanlı Information Center. ### **Main Arteries and Transportation** Soğanlı Neighborhood has a central location for urban transportation within Istanbul. It is accessible via metro, minibus, and bus routes. The main streets of the neighborhood include: 1. Mustafa Kemal Paşa Street 2. [Kemal Sunal](/en/detay/kemal-sunal-748810/llms.txt) Street 3. Mimar Sinan Street 4. Old Edirne Road 5. Umut Street 6. Bağcılar Street 7. Ferit [Selim](/en/detay/selim-38f6c/llms.txt) Paşa Street ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/01/30/gAS99mcmAnWKy3GKQsERcWsX8IepVGjl.png) *Bus Lines* Minibus lines also provide connections to key areas such as Bakırköy, Yenibosna, and Bahçelievler. The **M3 / Kayaşehir - Bakırköy Sahil metro line** has its **İlkyuva station** located within Soğanlı Neighborhood. ## Academic Sources and References 1. "5393 Sayılı Belediye Kanunu." Mevzuat.gov.tr, 3 Temmuz 2005. s. 3. 1 Haziran 2024 tarihinde kaynağından (PDF) arşivlendi. Erişim tarihi: 30 Ocak 2025."Adrese Dayalı Nüfus Kayıt Sistemi." Türkiye İstatistik Kurumu. Erişim tarihi: 30 Ocak 2025. https://www.tuik.gov.tr/"Coğrafi Numaralar." Bilgi Teknolojileri ve İletişim Kurumu, 19 Ocak 2024 tarihinde kaynağından arşivlendi. Erişim tarihi: 30 Ocak 2025. https://www.btk.gov.tr/cografi-numaralar"İl Bilgileri Haritası." Türkiye Cumhuriyeti İçişleri Bakanlığı, 27 Eylül 2023 tarihinde kaynağından arşivlendi. Erişim tarihi: 30 Ocak 2025. https://www.e-icisleri.gov.tr/GeneleAcikSayfalar/IlBilgileri/Il\_Bilgileri\_Haritasi.aspx?IlKey=34"PTT Posta Kodu Sorgulama." PTT. Erişim tarihi: 30 Ocak 2025. https://www.e-icisleri.gov.tr/GeneleAcikSayfalar/IlBilgileri/Il\_Bilgileri\_Haritasi.aspx?IlKey=34