About Straight Soley

Straight Soley is a small village located in Wiltshire, England, within the RG17 postcode area. The village features a selection of residential homes and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the English countryside. The area offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it suitable for those seeking a quieter lifestyle away from urban centres. Local amenities may be limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and facilities. The village is well-positioned for exploring the surrounding countryside, with various walking paths and outdoor activities available. Straight Soley serves as a convenient base for those wishing to experience the charm of rural England while remaining accessible to larger towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Straight Soley

Families in Straight Soley have access to 11 local schools. Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Straight Soley

Homes sell for an average of £506K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £659K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Straight Soley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Straight Soley, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Straight Soley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Straight Soley around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Straight Soley

Broadband services in Straight Soley 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 2,230 sales

Average Price £506K
£1K — £11.16M
Detached £659K 742
Semi £355K 538
Terraced £296K 520
Flat £284K 249

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Oaklands School Good 2.1 miles Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children Nursery Outstanding 2.5 miles Hungerford Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Ramsbury Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.2 miles John O'Gaunt School Secondary 3.2 miles Lambourn CofE Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Shefford C.E. Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Baydon St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles St Michael's CofE Aided Primary Primary Outstanding 4.3 miles Welford and Wickham C.E. Primary School Primary 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Straight Soley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Straight Soley 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,753 Children (0-15) 17%
16,840 Working Age 60%
8,961 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Straight Soley 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Straight Soley are lower than the England and Wales average. While criminal damage & arson is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Wiltshire Marlborough Rural East Visit force website →
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 3 stations

Hungerford Train Station 2.7 miles
Kintbury Train Station 5.1 miles
Newbury Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crooked Soley 0.6 miles Ragnal 0.9 miles Woodlands St Mary 1.4 miles Leverton 1.4 miles Chilton Foliat 1.4 miles Lambourn Woodlands 1.9 miles Hungerford Newtown 2 miles Knighton 2 miles Eddington 2.2 miles Whittonditch 2.5 miles Marsh Gate 2.5 miles Shefford Woodlands 2.6 miles

Local Government

District West Berkshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Hungerford & Kintbury
Constituency Newbury
Parish Hungerford
Region South East

Streets in RG17 30 shown View all streets

A338 5 A4 4 Aintree 1 Aldbourne Close 1 Anvilles 2 Ashton Place 1 Atherton Crescent 1 Atherton Road 1 Avington Fisheries 1 B4000 4 B4001 2 B4192 11 Back Street 3 Barn Close 1 Bath Road 4 Baydon Road 5 Beacon Rise 1 Beales Farm Road 2 Bearwater 1 Bell Lane 1 Big Lane 3 Bitham Lane 2 Blandys Hill 2 Blind Lane 2 Bockhampton Road 4 Bourne Vale 1 Bracken Copse 1 Bradley Close 1 Bridge Street 2 Buckham Hill 1

Postcodes in RG17 50 shown View all postcodes

RG17 0AA RG17 0AB RG17 0AD RG17 0AE RG17 0AF RG17 0AG RG17 0AH RG17 0AJ RG17 0AL RG17 0AN RG17 0AP RG17 0AQ RG17 0AS RG17 0AT RG17 0AU RG17 0AW RG17 0AX RG17 0AY RG17 0AZ RG17 0BB RG17 0BD RG17 0BE RG17 0BF RG17 0BG RG17 0BH RG17 0BJ RG17 0BL RG17 0BN RG17 0BP RG17 0BQ RG17 0BS RG17 0BT RG17 0BW RG17 0BX RG17 0BY RG17 0BZ RG17 0DA RG17 0DB RG17 0DD RG17 0DE RG17 0DF RG17 0DG RG17 0DJ RG17 0DL RG17 0DN RG17 0DP RG17 0DQ RG17 0DR RG17 0DS RG17 0DT