LGBTIQ+ Data

LGBTIQ+ Population Insights

A Snapshot of the LGBTIQ+ Community

Visualising key demographic, social, and economic data from the latest census.



Age Distribution by Sexual Orientation

This chart shows the number of individuals across different age groups, broken down by their sexual orientation. The 30-39 age bracket represents the largest group for both gay men and lesbians.



Highest Level of Education

The community shows a strong representation in higher education, with a significant number holding secondary, bachelor's, and master's degrees.



Home Tenure Status

A majority of the LGBTIQ+ population owns their home, with a significant portion also in the rental market.



Citizenship Breakdown

While a majority hold Maltese citizenship, the community is diverse, with representation from other EU and non-EU countries.



Legal Relationship Status

The data shows a large number of single individuals, followed by those who are married or in a civil union.



Long-Term Health Conditions

Percentage of individuals reporting a long-term illness, disease, or chronic condition, by sexual orientation.



Employment Status

The vast majority of the community is employed, highlighting a high level of economic participation.



Health Conditions by Sex & Orientation

Bisexual women report the highest rate of long-term health conditions, a notable difference compared to other groups.



Religious Affiliation

While Roman Catholicism is prevalent, a significant portion of the community identifies with no religion, particularly among gay men.



Racial Origin by Gender

The LGB+ community is predominantly Caucasian, but this chart highlights the diversity within, broken down by male and female respondents.



Functional Difficulties

This chart shows the percentage of individuals in each group who report some level of difficulty with core functional activities.



Data sourced from the LGBTIQ+ census report. Visualizations created for presentation purposes.