Wellswood is a residential area in Torbay, located near Torquay. It is known for its quiet streets and proximity to local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. The area has a mix of housing, from detached homes to smaller terraced properties, catering to families and retirees.
Wellswood is close to the seafront, with easy access to beaches like Anstey’s Cove and Meadfoot Beach. The area has a community-focused feel, with local cafes and pubs serving as gathering spots. Its location offers a balance between suburban living and coastal convenience, making it a practical choice for those who want to be near Torquay’s attractions without being in the town center.
On average Wellswood has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wellswood is £40,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Wellswood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 127 recent sales, the median property price is £282,500 in Wellswood area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,295,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 33 | £655,000 |
| Flats | 73 | £175,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 1 | £470,000 |
| Terraced | 20 | £311,500 |
10 years price trend in Wellswood
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Meadfoot Sea Road
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Braddons Hill Road East
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Torwood Close
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Torwood Gardens Road
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Meadfoot Sea Road
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Babbacombe Road
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Higher Lincombe Road
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Lower Warberry Road
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Lydwell Road
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Babbacombe Road
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Ridgeway Road
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Montpellier Road
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Old Torwood Road
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Lower Warberry Road
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Lower Warberry Road
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Barrington Road
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Ridgeway Road
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Lower Erith Road
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Asheldon Road
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Hollywater Close
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Old Torwood Road
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Middle Warberry Road
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Middle Lincombe Road
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Higher Erith Road
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Ilsham Road
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Bishops Rise
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South Hill Road
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Stitchill Road
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The Woods
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Ilsham Crescent
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Kensey Close
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Museum Way
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Barrington Road
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Lower Warberry Road
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Parkhill Road
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Kelly Close
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Lisburne Crescent
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Upper Braddons Hill Road
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Glenthorne Close
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Cedars Road
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Anstey's Cove Road
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Higher Woodfield Road
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Haldon Close
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Braddons Hill Road East
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Higher Warberry Road
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Higher Warberry Road
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Hardy Close
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Oxlea Road
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Ashleigh Court
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Ridgeway Road
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Acre Lane
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Anstey's Cove Road
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Higher Warberry Road
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Higher Warberry Road
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Torwood Gardens Road
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Meadfoot Lane
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Meadfoot Sea Road
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Hesketh Crescent
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Kents Road
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Montpellier Road
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Babbacombe Road
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Woodside Drive
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Montpellier Road
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Manor Garden
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Lincombe Drive
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Wellswood Park
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Babbacombe Road
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Daddyhole Road
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Kelly Close
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Parkhill Road
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Braddons Hill Road East
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Grafton Road
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Middle Warberry Road
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Lower Warberry Road
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Grafton Road
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Vernon Close
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Danby Heights Close
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Haldon Road
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Acadia Road
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Ashton Terrace
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Wellswood Avenue
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Higher Erith Road
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Hollywater Close
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Old Torwood Road
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Braddons Hill Road East
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Braddons Hill Road East
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Kilmorie Close
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Ansteys Close
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Blenheim Close
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Lisburne Square
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Marlborough Avenue
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Parkhill Road
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Ridgeway Road
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Ilsham Marine Drive
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Richmond Close
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Ellesmere Road
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Montpellier Road
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Stitchill Road
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Middle Warberry Road
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Grafton Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.