Kučeli is located in the municipality Matulji, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County at an elevation of 28 meters above sea level and it covers the area of 3.87 km² (1.49 sq. miles). According to the 2011 census report, there were 453 inhabitants. It is predominantly populated by Croats (95%), but also Serbs (3%). Nearby places: Rukavac, Jurdani, Jušići, Mihotići, Mučići, Trinajstići, Matulji, Pobri, Bregi and Spinčići.