Here’s a reassuring bit of news for anyone spending time on the Maltese islands. The number of reported thefts across Malta fell significantly in 2025, reaching the lowest level recorded in decades.

Figures were shared on Monday by Byron Camilleri, Malta’s Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment. Camilleri revealed the statistics while replying to a parliamentary question from Ivan Bartolo, an opposition MP who had asked for updated crime figures.

According to the data presented, reported theft cases dropped from 5,218 in 2024 to 4,428 in 2025. That represents a decline of 790 cases in a single year, bringing the number of theft reports down to the lowest point recorded in decades.

Interestingly, the figure is even lower than the number registered in 2020, when movement restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic already led to reduced crime levels in many places.

For visitors, this is another small but welcome indicator of Malta’s reputation as a safe destination. The islands are compact and busy, with lively public spaces, active town centres and a strong sense of community across many neighbourhoods.

The parliamentary question also requested specific figures for the town of Attard, a quiet residential area in central Malta known for its gardens and historic villas. Police registered 45 theft reports there during 2025, a relatively small figure for a locality with thousands of residents.

Like anywhere in the world, travellers should still take normal precautions. Keeping an eye on personal belongings in crowded places, avoiding leaving valuables unattended and staying aware of surroundings are sensible habits wherever you are travelling.

That said, Malta continues to rank as one of the safer Mediterranean destinations for tourists. Visitors often remark on the relaxed atmosphere across the islands, whether they are exploring Valletta’s historic streets, dining along the Sliema waterfront or wandering through quieter villages inland. 

With millions of tourists visiting each year, safety remains an important part of the experience here on the islands. These latest figures suggest the trend is heading in a positive direction.