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Wellswood is a residential ward situated on the northern edge of Torquay, within the borough of Torbay. The area is characterised by quiet, leafy streets and a mix of housing, from Victorian villas to modern apartments. Its elevated position provides views over the surrounding area. The ward is primarily known as a settled residential neighbourhood, with local shops and services concentrated along Wellswood's main roads catering to daily needs.

A notable landmark is the thatched roof of the 14th-century Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves at its eastern boundary, a significant archaeological site. The ward includes parts of the woodland of Ilsham Valley, with paths leading towards the coastline. Wellswood is adjacent to the Meadfoot Beach area, but maintains a distinct, quieter character separate from the seafront's busier tourist amenities.

Area overview

On average Wellswood has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wellswood is £39,267 per year. There are 2 schools in Wellswood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wellswood is home to around 7,125 people, with a population density of about 1,887.0 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wellswood Population

7,125

Population density

1,887 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

40.7(+23%)

Anti-social behaviour

18.25(+21%)

Shoplifting

11.23(+68%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.72(+19%)

Other theft

6.18(+10%)

South West average

Demographics

British

6,380

89.58%

Other White

380

5.34%

Other Asian

1.01%

Irish

0.83%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.67%

Total population: 7,122

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,156

32.51%

No qualifications

1,290

19.45%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

922

13.9%

Level 3 (A level)

897

13.53%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

648

9.77%

Total 16+ residents: 6,631

Housing

Owns outright

1,724

45.5%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,106

29.19%

Owns with a mortgage

708

18.69%

Other social rented

137

3.62%

Other forms of private rent

2.27%

Total households: 3,789

Property prices in Wellswood

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £232,500 in Wellswood area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,000 up to £1,200,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Wellswood over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£652,500	£335,500	£483,750	£804,833	£1,121,950
Flats	57	£162,500	£85,800	£124,500	£225,000	£363,000
Semi-Detached	5	£470,000	£283,000	£315,000	£520,000	£1,064,000
Terraced	18	£298,475	£179,750	£225,000	£351,563	£454,500

10 years median price trend in Wellswood

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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