About Wellow Wood

Wellow Wood is located in Hampshire, England, within the SO51 postcode area. This woodland area covers approximately 100 acres and is primarily composed of mixed deciduous trees. It offers a variety of walking paths, making it suitable for both casual strolls and more vigorous hikes. The wood is home to a range of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, which can often be spotted during a visit. The site is easily accessible and provides a peaceful environment for those looking to escape the hustle of everyday life. Facilities include a small car park, and visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the wood throughout the year. Whether you are seeking a quiet place for reflection or a spot for a leisurely walk, Wellow Wood offers a pleasant outdoor experience.

School Ratings in Wellow Wood

Families in Wellow Wood have access to 16 local schools. St Edward's School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wellow Wood

Homes sell for an average of £482K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £705K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wellow Wood

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Wellow Wood, with 10 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wellow Wood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wellow Wood among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wellow Wood

Wellow Wood benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,884 sales

Average Price £482K
£100 — £13.48M
Detached £705K 1,653
Semi £376K 1,013
Terraced £330K 1,152
Flat £274K 784

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Wellow Primary School Primary 1.4 miles St Edward's School Outstanding 1.6 miles Embley 1.7 miles Awbridge Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Lockerley Church of England Endowed Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Whiteparish All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles The Romsey School Secondary Good 3.5 miles The New Forest Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Little Oaks and Sunshine Children's Centre 4.2 miles Romsey Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 4.2 miles Copythorne CofE Infant School Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wellow Wood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wellow Wood experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,425 Children (0-15) 16%
25,745 Working Age 57%
15,510 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Wellow Wood 92 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Wellow Wood are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

35 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Vehicle Crime
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Public Order
9 Shoplifting
6 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mottisfont And Dunbridge Train Station 3.5 miles
Romsey Train Station 3.8 miles
Dean (Wilts) Train Station 4.2 miles
Totton Train Station 6.7 miles
Redbridge Train Station 7.1 miles
Ashurst New Forest Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Plaitford Green 0.6 miles Sherfield English 0.6 miles The Frenches 0.9 miles East Wellow 0.9 miles West Wellow 1.2 miles Woodington 1.4 miles Newtown 1.4 miles Plaitford 1.8 miles Shootash 2 miles Tote Hill 2 miles Carter's Clay 2 miles Blackhill 2 miles

Local Government

District Test Valley
County Hampshire
Ward Mid Test
Constituency Romsey and Southampton North
Parish Mottisfont
Region South East

Streets in SO51 30 shown View all streets

A3057 4 Abbess Close 1 Abbey Water 3 Abbotswood Close 1 Abbotswood Common Road 4 Abbotswood SE Path 1 Abbotts Drove 1 Addison Close 1 Albany Road 1 Alder Close 1 Allan Grove 1 Alma Road 3 Ambrose Way 1 Ampfield Hill 4 Anderson Close 1 Anton Close 1 Arun Way 1 Ash Close 1 Ashdown Way 1 Ashley Meadows 1 Ashton Cross 1 Avon Crescent 2 B3084 2 Back Lane 1 Baden Powell Way 1 Banning Street 5 Barley Hill 1 Barling Mews 1 Barnes Close 1 Baroona Close 1

Postcodes in SO51 50 shown View all postcodes

SO51 0AB SO51 0AE SO51 0AF SO51 0AG SO51 0AH SO51 0AJ SO51 0AL SO51 0AN SO51 0AP SO51 0AQ SO51 0AR SO51 0AS SO51 0AT SO51 0AU SO51 0AW SO51 0AX SO51 0AY SO51 0AZ SO51 0BB SO51 0BD SO51 0BE SO51 0BF SO51 0BG SO51 0BH SO51 0BJ SO51 0BL SO51 0BN SO51 0BP SO51 0BQ SO51 0BS SO51 0BU SO51 0BX SO51 0BY SO51 0BZ SO51 0DA SO51 0DB SO51 0DD SO51 0DF SO51 0DG SO51 0DH SO51 0DJ SO51 0DL SO51 0DN SO51 0DP SO51 0DQ SO51 0DR SO51 0DT SO51 0DU SO51 0DW SO51 0DX