Built-up area in New Forest, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 50.931, -1.816 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 13 14 |
| Dialling code: | 01725 (Rockbourne) |
Sandleheath is a small village on the northern edge of the New Forest in Hampshire, England, lying close to the county boundary with Dorset and only a few miles from the market town of Fordingbridge. It occupies a mix of heathland and ancient woodland at the transition from open moor to farmland, so residents and visitors enjoy easy access to the park’s walking routes and characteristic wildlife such as free‑roaming ponies and deer.
The settlement is largely residential with a rural economy based on agriculture, forestry and the visitor trade, while many people commute to nearby towns. The local landscape and traditions reflect long-standing commoning and forestry practices, and the village retains a quiet, close‑knit community feel with outdoor recreation and village amenities more prominent than commercial activity.
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