Is Malta Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Malta

Safety rating

Safe
4.3 /5

Women living in Malta consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.6 /5

Women living in Malta consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

Violence rating

0%

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.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 30 experiences

Safety rating:

4.3/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.7/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

4.3/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.6/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.3/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is Malta?

Gozo

Overall it is not too bad. There are a few freaks who will stare and sometimes grab. I have been fine at night but there are who have been attacked so stay wary. Cat calling isn't out of the blue.

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Malta

For me, Malta is a very safe country with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere. Petty theft is rare, and it’s generally safe to walk around even at night, including in tourist areas. but obviously you need to be careful wherever you go.

Posted: May 3, 2025
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Deivile

Deivile

Malta

In my honest opinion of being here three months, Malta is fine. yes, some men are a bit too much, but I’ve not experienced anything bad, only too much talking or questions. Overall, if you are not alone, you are most likely going home happy, with good memories and probably tipsy.

Posted: April 26, 2025
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Malta

I've been living here for two years and I've never had even a minor fight. I’ m living St. julian’s. I stayed in Sliema for about 9 months, it is a quieter area. I'm afraid of something being stolen or returning home late at night.

Posted: April 1, 2025
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Valletta

Valletta is super safe compared to other cities. I am not worried about being mugged or taken. The Maltese are all relatively relaxed except in some tourist areas but this is to be expected. Just always be conscious of your surroundings but there is no extra concerns.

Posted: March 29, 2025
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Is Malta worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.6 /5

based on 90 experiences from female travelers

Bertille

Bertille

France

Malta, Group travel

Good Food, most part of the time it’s greece food Felt safe Sweet places Very cheap Lot of activities for tourists Beautiful sunrises and sunsets The weather is good , if you go in summer, it’s a little bit too much you have to go to the sea or pool

Posted: May 28, 2025
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Meet locals in Malta

Gizem

Gizem

About Me

Hello, I am a Business and Organizational Psychologist. I have been living in Malta for two years and I am doing MBA here. I am also traveling around the world.

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Timea

Timea

About Me

Hii, I'm Gozitan and I love showing or telling tourists about my country. ✊️ I'm fluent in Maltese and English. I'm learning Polish and Italian. I like to collect Pandora charms when I visit a new country.

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Safety in Malta

Frequently asked questions

Is Malta safe?

Women living in Malta consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Is Malta safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Malta consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 4.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.3 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Malta?

Women living in Malta consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5