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Wellswood

England / South West / Torbay / Wellswood

About

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.

Area overview

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).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

3.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wellswood Population

8,122

Population density

2,005.8 per km²

Demographics

British

7,239

89.15%

Other White

464

5.71%

Other Asian

0.92%

Irish

0.76%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.67%

Total population: 8,120

Housing

Owns outright

1,902

43.81%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,351

31.12%

Owns with a mortgage

785

18.08%

Other social rented

166

3.82%

Other forms of private rent

104

2.4%

Total households: 4,341

Property prices in Wellswood

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £252,500 in Wellswood area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,000 up to £1,060,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	30	£572,500	£360,750	£495,000	£773,583	£1,016,250
Flats	71	£175,000	£85,500	£132,500	£226,500	£347,500
Semi-Detached	3	£470,000	£330,500	£392,500	£495,000	£515,000
Terraced	20	£300,000	£211,500	£270,375	£400,000	£500,313

10 years price trend in Wellswood

All postcodes in Wellswood

TQ12EN

Kents Road

TQ11QP

Lower Warberry Road

TQ11RN

Middle Warberry Road

TQ11RP

Middle Warberry Road

TQ12DY

Parkhill Road

TQ12FF

Wellswood

TQ12JD

Ilsham Road

TQ12NY

Middle Lincombe Road

TQ12QQ

Wellswood Gardens

TQ12EG

Daddyhole Road

TQ11DE

The Terrace

TQ11EB

Torwood Street

TQ11HJ

Babbacombe Road

TQ11RT

Middle Warberry Road

TQ12AD

Parkhill Road

TQ12BX

Vanehill Road

TQ12DH

Rock End Avenue

TQ12HP

Higher Lincombe Road

TQ12JA

Ilsham Close

TQ12QR

Asheldon Road

TQ11RB

Alpine Road

TQ11QR

Lower Warberry Road

TQ11RD

Palatine Close

TQ11TJ

Higher Warberry Road

TQ12DB

Parkhill Road

TQ12HG

Lincombe Drive

TQ12LG

Meadfoot Sea Road

TQ12NE

Middle Lincombe Road

TQ12QW

Ansteys Close

TQ12QA

Asheldon Road

TQ11AH

Torwood Gardens Road

TQ11ED

Torwood Street

TQ12HD

Higher Lincombe Road

TQ11HL

Babbacombe Road

TQ11PH

Higher Warberry Road

TQ11UP

Grafton Road

TQ12EP

Parkhill Road

TQ12LN

Hesketh Road

TQ12LQ

Hesketh Crescent

TQ12NL

Kents Road

TQ12NT

Ilsham Road

TQ12NX

Kents Lane

TQ11DW

Marion View

TQ11PT

Old Torwood Road

TQ12AL

Meadfoot Road

TQ12DT

Parkhill Road

TQ12DU

Parkhill Road

TQ12ET

Middle Lincombe Road

TQ12JF

Asheldon Road

TQ12PX

Lower Erith Road

TQ11DS

South Hill Road

TQ11EG

Torwood Gardens Road

TQ11HG

Babbacombe Road

TQ11HN

Babbacombe Road

TQ11NU

Alpine Road

TQ11RW

Middle Warberry Road

TQ11SH

Middle Warberry Road

TQ11TU

Lower Warberry Road

TQ11UN

Grafton Road

TQ12EZ

Manor Garden

TQ12EL

St Mark's Road

TQ12LP

Ashleigh Court

TQ12NH

Higher Erith Road

TQ11RR

Higher Warberry Road

TQ11SQ

Higher Warberry Road

TQ12BY

Vanehill Road

TQ12EA

Parkhill Road

TQ12LR

Meadfoot Road

TQ12SB

Gainsborough Close

TQ12HQ

Lincombe Drive

TQ11PS

Babbacombe Road

TQ11QF

Grafton Road

TQ11TS

Lower Warberry Road

TQ12BT

Vanehill Road

TQ12BZ

Vanehill Road

TQ12DW

Hardy Close

TQ12LT

Hesketh Road

TQ12PZ

Woodend Road

TQ12QN

Asheldon Road

TQ13DB

Anstey's Cove Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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