About Setley

Setley is a small village located in Hampshire, England, within the New Forest National Park. It is situated near the A35 road, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Lymington and Brockenhurst. The village is surrounded by natural beauty, with plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling in the forest. The local community is close-knit, and visitors can find a few amenities, including a pub and a shop. Setley is also known for its proximity to various outdoor activities, including horse riding and wildlife watching. The village serves as a convenient base for exploring the wider New Forest area, making it an appealing spot for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits.

School Ratings in Setley

Families in Setley have access to 24 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Setley

Homes sell for an average of £1.0M locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.2M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Setley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Setley, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Setley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Setley around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Setley

Broadband services in Setley range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 736 sales

Average Price £1.04M
£5K — £8.8M
Detached £1.21M 433
Semi £600K 105
Terraced £479K 42
Flat £383K 109

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
9 Other
Seedlings Children's Centre 0.9 miles Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School & Pre-School Primary Good 0.9 miles Brockenhurst College 16 plus Good 1.3 miles Hill House School Outstanding 1.5 miles William Gilpin Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles St Luke's Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles Southlands School 2.3 miles Walhampton School 2.9 miles Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School - the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary Outstanding 3 miles Lymington Junior School Primary Good 3.1 miles Lymington Church of England Infant School Primary Outstanding 3.1 miles All Seasons and Seedlings Children's Centre 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Setley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Setley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
908 Children (0-15) 13%
3,920 Working Age 54%
3,125 Older (60+) 43%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Setley 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Setley are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure village where serious incidents remain uncommon.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sway Train Station 2.2 miles
Lymington Town Train Station 3.3 miles
Beaulieu Road Train Station 4.5 miles
New Milton Train Station 5.1 miles
Ashurst New Forest Train Station 5.6 miles
Hinton Admiral Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Battramsley 0.6 miles Sandy Down 0.9 miles Shirley holms 1.2 miles South Weirs 1.4 miles Battramsley Cross 1.4 miles Brockenhurst 1.4 miles Durns Town 1.8 miles Birchy Hill 1.8 miles North Weirs 1.8 miles Boldre 1.8 miles Balmerlawn 1.9 miles St Austins 2 miles

Local Government

District New Forest
County Hampshire
Ward Brockenhurst and Forest South East
Constituency New Forest East
Parish Brockenhurst
Region South East

Streets in SO42 30 shown View all streets

Armstrong Close 1 Armstrong Lane 1 Armstrong Road 1 Auckland Avenue 1 Auckland Place 4 Avenue Road 3 B3055 1 Bailey's Hard Lane 1 Balmer Lawn Road 4 Beaulieu Road 2 Bolderford Bridge 1 Brookley Road 6 Brookside Road 2 Burford Lane 2 Burley Road 2 Butts Lawn 1 Careys Cottages 1 Chapel Lane 1 Chestnut Road 1 Church Lane 2 Collyers Road 1 Courtyard Mews 1 Cripple Gate Lane 1 Culverley Close 1 Dock Lane 3 East Bank Road 1 Exbury Road 1 Fathersfield 1 Fibbards Road 2 Forest Glade Close 1

Postcodes in SO42 50 shown View all postcodes

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