Oldest Cities in Malta

Top 31 cities ranked by oldest cities

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Oldest Cities — Malta

1 Żejtun 67 42.3

2 San Pawl il-Baħar 52 42.3

3 Birkirkara 04 42.3

4 Mosta 35 42.3

5 Sliema 56 42.3

6 Qormi 43 42.3

7 Żabbar 64 42.3

8 Naxxar 38 42.3

9 San Ġwann 48 42.3

10 Swieqi 57 42.3

11 San Ġiljan 49 42.3

12 Imsida 23 42.3

13 Birżebbuġa 05 42.3

14 Fgura 08 42.3

15 Rabat 45 42.3

16 Gżira 17 42.3

17 Marsa 31 42.3

18 Mellieħa 34 42.3

19 Attard 01 42.3

20 Haz-Zebbug 65 42.3

21 Żurrieq 68 42.3

22 Marsaskala 32 42.3

23 Ħamrun 18 42.3

24 Siġġiewi 55 42.3

25 Paola 39 42.3

26 Tarxien 59 42.3

27 Santa Venera 53 42.3

28 Valletta 60 42.3

29 Victoria 46 42.3

30 Luqa 30 42.3

31 Cospicua 06 42.3

Cities with the oldest median ages in Malta often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Żejtun has a median age of 42.3 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Żejtun's residents are over 42.3 years old.
2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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