Key facts
- Close to the coast
- Swieqi, Madliena, upper Sliema
- Central and green
- Attard, Balzan, Lija
- More space for the money
- Naxxar, Mosta, Għargħur
- Beach life
- Mellieħa
Swieqi and Madliena
Just inland from St Julian’s, Swieqi has quieter residential streets, apartments and terraced houses, while Madliena above it is one of Malta’s best villa areas. The coast, restaurants and shops are minutes away. See property for sale in Swieqi and in Madliena.
The Three Villages — Attard, Balzan, Lija
Green, central and established, with San Anton Gardens, historic cores and villas with gardens. Central location means short drives to most schools. See the Three Villages guide.
Naxxar, Għargħur and San Pawl tat-Targa
More space for the money in Naxxar and Għargħur, with large villas on the ridge at San Pawl tat-Targa. See property for sale in Naxxar.
Mosta
A large town with every service, good roads in every direction and a range of homes from apartments to villas. See property for sale in Mosta.
Mellieħa
For a beach lifestyle: Mellieħa Bay, Golden Bay and the north’s countryside, with a slower pace. Further from most schools. See the Mellieħa guide.
What families look for
- A garden or large terrace, and space for a home office.
- A short school run — check traffic at peak times.
- Parking — two cars are common for families outside Sliema.
- Parks and the sea nearby.
See international schools in Malta and talk to our advisors about the right area for your family.
