What is "swatar"

Swatar, colloquially known as Is-Swatar and Tas-Swatar, is a hamlet in Malta situated in Birkirkara and in Msida. In 2015 it had a population of over 5,100 people, with around 1,600 families. Swatar has its own separate parish since 8 November 2006, by an official decree issued by the Bishop of Malta Monsignor Paul Cremona. Swatar is located on a hill. It is in the proximity to Mater Dei Hospital and the University of Malta which are found in an area in Msida known as Tal-Qroqq. Swatar is also found next to Tal-Qattus and Ta' Paris areas in Birkirkara. The hamlet has been consisting of mainly farmlands until most of the 20th century.

Some buildings, such as farmhouses, were built during the Order of St. John. Most of the buildings today were built sometimes after WWII and consist of modern neighborhoods. Some significant economic activity takes place on the side of Birkirkara Bypass. Swatar remains an integral part under the Birkirkara and Msida Local Councils, however it has its own administration being the ''Swatar Administrative Committee.