It is divided into the four statistical subdistricts Guadalupe, Santo Amaro, Conde and Micoló.

[3][2]: 15 The district includes an islet called the Ilhéu das Cabras.

Numerous beaches dot the coast, including Praia de Lagoa Azul, das Conchas, Guegue Micoló, das Plancas and dos Tamarindos.

The eastern part of the district is increasingly urbanised due to its proximity to the city São Tomé.

Other settlements are: Lobata currently has six seats in the National Assembly.