Key indicators
All figures from official Portuguese public sources. Score out of 100 — higher is better.
The Setúbal neighbourhood guide
How much does it cost to rent in Setúbal?
The median rent in Setúbal is €9.65/m² (INE 2024). A typical 2-bedroom apartment (T2 in Portuguese) of around 70 m² costs approximately €676/month. At €9.65/m², Setúbal is one of the most affordable cities on this list. Located 50 km south of Lisbon on the A2 motorway, it offers a genuine coastal city lifestyle at low cost.
Is Setúbal safe?
Setúbal recorded 40.2 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023 (INE), giving Setúbal a safety score of 49/100. A mid-sized city with a calm daily pace and crime rates in line with the national average. Far removed from the pressures of Lisbon or Porto.
What is the neighbourhood like?
With 52,627 residents (INE Census 2021), Setúbal is the gateway to the Arrábida Natural Park — turquoise-water beaches less than 20 minutes away. The city has its own university, active port and cultural scene.
Setúbal at a glance
All data from official Portuguese public sources. Updated June 2026.
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