Sliema

🇲🇹Malta•Southern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living71

Safety81

Healthcare82

Career Opportunities73

Climate89

Transport84

Air Quality85.5

Family Friendliness80.67

Education77

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Sliema a good place to live?

Sliema scores 81/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 71/100), very safe (safety: 81/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 82/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sliema?

Sliema has a cost of living score of 71/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sliema?

Sliema has a transport score of 84/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sliema?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Sliema are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Sliema safe for expats?

Sliema has a safety score of 81/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 85.5/100.

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