Malta Property News

One of Europe’s southernmost countries, Malta has decisively stepped up a gear as a property hotspot since its EU accession. Up from a steady 8% capital appreciation per annum to 15% per annum for the last two years, Malta now ranks in the top 20 global countries most likely to sustain economic growth over the medium/long term.

David Prizeman a former construction worker, who was originally from Dublin, first visited Malta back in 1990; in the same month that Tina Turner played a live concert there.

Malta is a big hit with those from the UK looking to retire overseas! One of the overriding benefits is its comprehensive health service, which is currently ranked 5th in the world by the WHO (World Health Organization) against the UK which can only manage a lowly 18th place!

Malta is fast becoming the cosmopolitan capital of the Mediterranean. Its new 450 million Euros regeneration programme by Midi plc at Tigne Point and Manoel Island are being credited with a new found international integration, which ultimately is raising Malta’s profile and making Malta one of the most sought after ‘chic’ lifestyle destinations in the European arena.

Most people will have heard of Malta, but how many will have heard of Gozo, its smaller sister island.

As Coronation Street moves back to Weatherfield after a week of broadcasting from the sunny island of Malta, property website worldpropertymalta.com is predicting a surge of interest in this beautiful sun-soaked island in the middle of the Mediterranean.