Its boundaries are Hämeentie on the east, Helsinginkatu on the north, Kaarlenkatu on the west and Viides linja on the south.

The quarter's border streets, Hämeentie, Helsinginkatu and Kaarlenkatu are densely lined with tall apartment buildings.

It was built in 1926-28 Nordic Classicism style with large gardens and parks, the streets are narrow and curved, and the buildings are usually in the centre of their lot.

Torkkelinmäki transport links are excellent most times of the day, though no public transit lines run through its streets.

Most bus lines going to northern and north-eastern parts of Helsinki and the capital region run along the eastern border street.