The Portuguese island of Madeira has traditionally attracted an older clientele than the Spanish Canary Islands partly due to its comfortable subtropical climate year round, thanks to its proximity to Northern Africa.
What is the poverty rate in Madeira?
One in four Madeirans lived at risk of poverty (with less than 551 euros per month) and around 6,500 people received the Social Insertion Income (2.9% of the resident population, in line with national values), of which 53% were women, 35% were under 25 and 27% were 55 or over.
What is the crime rate in Madeira Island?
Madeira has very little crime and the worst that is likely to happen to you is a case of sunburn or a hangover. Violence against tourists is very, very unusual. Pickpockets and bag snatchers are not usually a problem.
Is Madeira for older people?
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