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Swieqi, Malta

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,465
Retiree Score
72.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
35 facilities

With a population of 14,452, Swieqi is a residential enclave just outside the capital Valletta. The quiet, upper-middle class environment and central location have made it a popular choice, but vacant property is scarce. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as the town has fallen under the jurisdiction of multiple municipalities over the years. Overall, Swieqi offers a tranquil suburban lifestyle, but may not be the best fit for those seeking more dynamic urban amenities.

Can I afford Swieqi?

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Swieqi

You could save

1,535/mo

Savings Rate51%

Monthly Costs

Rent $662
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$803

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
51/100
Retiree Score
(i)
72/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Malta Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
35
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $145
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $128
Mobile Plan (mo) $23
Gym (mo) *$69
Cinema Ticket $9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $441
1BR Outside (mo) *$390
3BR Center (mo) $906
3BR Outside (mo) *$632

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Medium
Top Neighborhoods
Swieqi Heights, Paceville border, The Village
Best For
iGaming professionals, families, young professionals

Expat Life Notes

Swieqi is an upscale Maltese residential area adjacent to the Paceville entertainment district and St. Julian's. It is highly popular with expats seeking quiet residential quality while staying close to Malta's expat social hub.

Pros

  • ✓ Best of both worlds — residential quiet and Paceville proximity
  • ✓ English official language
  • ✓ Strong expat residential community

Cons

  • ✗ Very expensive by Maltese standards
  • ✗ Traffic issues near Paceville
  • ✗ Limited parking

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
339 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Nov

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Swieqi has a population of approximately 14,452 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,758 per month in Swieqi, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1103/month.

The nearest airport to Swieqi is MLA, approximately 8km away.

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