Ghaxaq vs Sannat
Side-by-side comparison of property prices, lifestyle, and practical info to help you choose the right area.
Summary
Living in Ghaxaq
Ghaxaq is a small village in Malta's southern interior, perched on a ridge between Zejtun and the airport area. The name is one of Malta's most unusual place names — its origin is debated, possibly deriving from an Arabic word meaning 'sweetness' or from a local plant. The village has a compact, traditional centre with a parish church and a few streets of old townhouses. Ghaxaq is genuinely rural in character. The surrounding fields produce vegetables and fodder, and the village pace is slow even by southern Maltese standards. The airport's runway lies just over the ridge, which means aircraft noise is a factor — though residents report you get used to it. The village's festa, dedicated to the Assumption, features one of the south's most elaborate street decorations. Property in Ghaxaq is very affordable. The combination of southern location, inland position, and airport proximity keeps prices low. For buyers who prioritise cost above convenience, Ghaxaq offers traditional village houses at entry-level prices.
Highlights
- Genuinely rural character in southern Malta
- Very affordable property prices
- Close to Malta International Airport
- Elaborate festa street decorations
- Compact traditional village centre
Living in Sannat
Sannat is a village on Gozo's southern cliffs, known for two things: the Ta' Cenc plateau — a wild, rocky headland with some of Gozo's most dramatic coastal scenery — and its lacemaking tradition, which produces the finest Gozitan lace still made by hand today. The village sits on the edge of Gozo's southern escarpment, where limestone cliffs drop into the Mediterranean. The Ta' Cenc area is a designated nature reserve with walking trails through garigue habitat, ancient cart ruts, and dolmens that predate the temples. Mgarr ix-Xini, a narrow inlet below the cliffs, is one of Gozo's most photogenic swimming spots — a fjord-like channel between sheer rock walls. Property in Sannat includes the Ta' Cenc Hotel and residential development, one of Gozo's most exclusive addresses. The hotel's villas command premium prices, while the village centre offers more affordable traditional houses. The cliff-edge position means views are spectacular but the walk to the nearest beach is a steep descent.
Highlights
- Ta' Cenc plateau — wild nature reserve with cliff walks
- Mgarr ix-Xini — fjord-like inlet for swimming
- Traditional Gozitan lacemaking still practised
- Exclusive cliff-top residential development
- Ancient dolmens and cart ruts on the plateau
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FOR LONG LET | Penthouse with Rooftop Pool & Panoramic Views | Sannat, Gozo
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This beautifully finished Apartment enjoys open, unobstructed views
