Is Malta Safe for Women? Crime in Malta
Safety index
The safety level in Malta is considered high, with an overall safety index of 3.9 out of 5.
Crime index
The crime rate in Malta is considered low, with an overall crime index of 1.6 out of 5.
Violence index
On average 0% percentage of women in Malta have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 13 reviews
Safety index: | 3.9/5 | Safe | |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.4/5 | Moderate | |
Safety using public transport: | 3.9/5 | Safe | |
Crime index: | 1.6/5 | Low | |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2/5 | A Bit Worried | |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.7/5 | A Bit Worried | |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.7/5 | A Bit Worried | |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
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How safe is Malta for women?
Malta
Malta is a quite safe island, however lately we've been seeing an increase in crimes overall! I would say it is still quite safe for females travelling alone, even during the night time you can go alone for walks and etc, but I did had some unpleasant situations but nothing to worrying
Posted: August 26, 2024Malta
Mostly safe.. harassment and crime is usually most apparent in nightlife areas.. however if walking alone after dark one should take precautions since most non touristy areas are not well lit..but we have a good Uber/bolt that can take you to your destination and are quite safe
Posted: August 23, 2024
Travels
Malta
Malta is quite safe. Used to be 100 per cent safe but recently over the years crime rate has increased a bit. However its not an alarming situation and rarely happens anything bad to travellers whether they are solo travellers or in groups
Posted: August 23, 2024
Lilian
Malta
Since I came to Malta I'm felling very safe during my walks around the place. Considering my original country (Brazil) most places in Europe seem safer. I'm trying don't be scared around to enjoy my staying here, but of course Im always aware during my walks. So far so good. Malta is a very nice spot for exploring
Posted: August 21, 2024Malta
I'm generally afraid of strangers and being on my own in the dark, but Malta is always a place I feel the safest in. I've been here many times and never had any issues. Of course, it's crucial to always remain cautious but I do feel safe here.
Posted: July 14, 2024
Katy
Malta
Malta has always been a very safe place. Even car accidents hardly happen. The most common crime is a frawl that may happen between drunk men in the area of night clubs. Which doesn't happen much.
Posted: June 17, 2024
Olena
Marsascala
Overall quite safe and quiet town/village by the sea with a very long promenade, number of cafe and restaurants, lots of holiday homes, it's a family town, loved by foreigners too. Here we have quite an international community Sometimes there are some builder workers from Turkey or Serbia who meet up on a promenade and talk, they might state at women passing by. Located closer to church or Orient Market shop. Otherwise, most places are chill and safe
Posted: June 9, 2024Malta
It depends on the area and town, some are safer than others. Men catcall a lot here but it is rare someone will assault you. It is very safe during the day, less at night. I would not go out alone at night
Posted: June 3, 2024Msida
Msida is safe I would say, but street harassment can be bad at night. I haven’t had any issues, but I would definitely be careful with how you dress in the evening if you’re alone because of possible stares and harassment. But I have never had any issues.
Posted: April 22, 2024Malta
I haven't faced any dangerous situations. I don't know about night clubs though. Walking alone after midnight has also been safe. People are quite respectful in Malta. I know the uni area best and I haven't noticed any problems there.
Posted: April 6, 2024Is Malta safe to travel?
Based on 75 experiences
Giada
Italy
Malta, Solo travel
I was in Malta during the carnival. Even though it was high season because the carnival in Malta is very well known, the general prices (flight, hostel, transport, food, museum tickets etc.)they were all very low. SAFETY-I felt very safe. The people are very open and welcoming. A man with his granddaughter pulled up in their van and asked if I wanted a ride. THING TO DO- If you love nightlife and partying✔️ If you love trekking✔️ If you love history and archaeology✔️ If you love the sea and diving ✔️ FOOD-I fell in love with Pastizz! And now this is one of my comfort foods... There are options for everyone, perhaps vegetarians will have more difficulty tasting typical dishes. The water from the taps in Malta is not drinkable, you will have to buy it at the supermarket.🥲 BUDGET-Malta is for everyone's budget. From families, to groups of people and solo travellers. This is also why I decided to move there, but the problems of a resident are different from those of a traveler. ACCOMODATION-I stayed in a hostel in St. Julian run by volunteers (very clean). Fantastic location, close to the sea, supermarket, bus stop, also close to the nightlife. TRANSPORT-Transportation was a bit of a sore point. If you leave from the central bus station in the centre of Valletta you are sure to have a bus leaving for your destination. Maybe not at the scheduled time, but it leaves. ⚠️Important advices ⚠️ 1-When you need to leave to go home, book an Uber or Bolt to take you to the airport, in this case you will be 100% sure to arrive on time (find other travellers who want to split the cost.) 2-Malta roads are very busy, so please take this tip when booking your Uber/Bolt arrival time to pick you up and take you to the airport. Have fun 🌺
Posted: September 1, 2024
Marta
Poland
Malta, Couple travel
My week long stay in Sliema Malta was fantastic and I’d recommend it to anyone who wants to solo travel where you have sunny weather the majority of the year 😊One highlight was a boat trip to the Blue Lagoon, where the turquoise waters were so clear you could see straight to the bottom—completely surreal. While the food and drinks were a bit pricey, they were worth it. I had an unforgettable meal at Ta’Kris, trying octopus soup and rabbit for the first time. Try to book in advance because the place was packed! Exploring Malta at night felt incredibly safe. The narrow streets were lively and well lit so I never felt uneasy walking back to my hotel. Overall, Malta was a fantastic experience, and I'm planning to go back to explore more of the inner island, especially the ancient structures dating back to 6000 BC 😱 If you're looking for a mix of adventure, history, and stunning scenery, Malta should definitely be on your travel list!
Posted: August 3, 2024Is Malta worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 75 experiences
Malta, Solo travel
I stayed in Sliema because the accommodations were cheaper and it was closer to attractions. I could take a boat to the other side of Valetta. I felt super safe and had no problems with transportation. Malta is an amazing island! The weather is spectacular! There are always some shows in Valetta.
Posted: September 8, 2024
Gabriella
Sweden
Malta, Solo travel
I had a beautiful and adventurous time in Malta. I’d love to go there again, but later in the year so that I can enjoy swimming Malta’s mesmerizing water and wander around in the nature. I stayed at Quadro Hotel in Sliema which I enjoyed. The room was nice, breakfast buffé was great and they had a nice rooftop where I layed and sunbathed during the day. To get around I used the public transport which was accesible and cheap. I got off at the wrong stop a few times but that just turned out to be an interesting adventure. I spent a day in Valletta where I tried to take a sightseeing boat ride but accidently took a boat to one of the three cities, where I got lost and wandered the streets. It was beautiful. Once I got back to Valletta I went up to the Upper Barraka and watched the sunset. By that time my phone had died so I asked two girls to send me a picture of the sunset which they kindly did. Another day I went to the Dingli Cliffs to see the sunset, but forgot to check the weather before I went… it was very foggy and I did not see anything but a blue sky melting into the blue ocean. However it looked as if it would have been a great sunset spot if there was any sun setting. On my way back to Valletta I dropped by Medina which was nice and a bit spooky at night. I enjoyed being the only one walking the streets, but it would have been nice to go for a tour or something similar to learn more about the city.
Posted: August 19, 2024Meet locals in Malta
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I'm Regina I lived in Malta .Originally from Philippines.I loved to travel most of my trip I'm alone.I meet girls from different trips become friends with them.I'm interested to meet fellow travelers, interesting people similar on my likes.Spirituality,yoga,meditation,booked lover aside from that healthy lifestyle, like minded people and can exchange interest.,I'm private chef too.,I meet girls from different site,I meet them Malta. somehow, I host but most of the time.I meet up and give advice as local in Malta where to go.
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