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Over 13,000 Traffic Accidents Occured Across Malta Last Year

todayMarch 1, 2026

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Malta’s roads remained as busy as ever in 2025, with LESA officers responding to more than 13,000 traffic collisions nationwide, according to new figures tabled in parliament.

A total of 13,191 accidents were recorded last year, highlighting ongoing pressure on the country’s road network. Despite the high numbers, recent data suggests a slight improvement, with accidents dropping by nearly 7% during the final three months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

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Road injuries also declined, falling by 10.8% to 332 casualties in that same timeframe, signalling a modest but positive trend.

The Northern Harbour district once again topped the list of accident hotspots, accounting for around 1,200 collisions or roughly a third of all reported incidents.

While the statistics show Malta’s roads are still under significant strain, the latest figures hint at gradual progress in improving road safety.

Written by: Julia Cassar