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Wellswood

England / South West / Torbay / Wellswood

About

Wellswood is a residential ward located in the northern part of Torbay, Devon. It is primarily a suburban area with a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and some flats. The ward is bordered by St Marychurch to the north and Barton to the south, with easy access to local amenities and green spaces.

The area features several small parks and walking paths, including Wellswood Park and the nearby Anstey’s Cove, which offers coastal views. Local shops, cafes, and schools serve the community, making it a practical place for families. Public transport links provide connections to Torquay and other parts of Torbay, while the A379 road runs nearby for convenient travel by car. Wellswood maintains a quiet, residential character with a focus on community living.

Area overview

On average Wellswood has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% 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

3.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wellswood Population

7,125

Population density

1,887 per km²

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

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 105 recent sales, the median property price is £259,950 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	26	£610,550	£353,750	£500,000	£858,278	£1,031,250
Flats	58	£171,250	£82,450	£121,250	£225,000	£345,400
Semi-Detached	3	£470,000	£330,500	£392,500	£495,000	£515,000
Terraced	18	£300,000	£204,500	£251,750	£382,500	£475,750

10 years price trend in Wellswood

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Data Sources

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

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