Is Malta Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Malta
Safety rating
Women living in Malta consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5.
Crime rating
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
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 15 experiences
Safety rating: | 4/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.4/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.9/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 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: | 1.2/5 | 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 |
Is Malta safe for women?
Sisito
Malta
Overall Malta it's a small and safe island located in the Mediterranean but as any other countries there's a little chance of crimes or what ever... since 2016 I've been living here and did not occur any problems :)
Posted: December 4, 2024
Amanda
Malta
In general, Malta is a very safe country. I always walk alone, even at night. I've been approached by men, but nothing too serious, but as it's a country that welcomes people from all over the world and very close to other continents, there can be discomfort caused by men and I've heard reports of harassment. What's more, you don't hear about pickpockets or muggings here.
Posted: September 13, 2024Malta
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, 2024Is Malta worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 79 experiences from female travelers
Malta, Solo travel
I took my first solo trip there and have really fond memories. Easy-to-navigate transportation, beautiful places, and I felt safe.
Posted: November 14, 2024Malta, Couple travel
I felt safe, not very cheap. The sightseeing, the sea , the food is amazing. The nightlife is incriminating. Its great to go on October as its so busy in the summer. The weather is gorgeous in October
Posted: November 5, 2024Meet locals in Malta
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