Welling Area Guide

With a famous park on its doorstep, Welling is the perfect choice if you want easy access to all London’s attractions. Situated just west of Bexleyheath, property in Welling benefits from fantastic sports and leisure facilities, good schools and convenient transport links that make day trips and commuting a breeze.

Welcome to Welling

Welling is situated in South East London, a thriving suburb with a bustling high street and plenty of independent stores. It's located just a short distance from the beautiful Danson Park, where you'll find a boating lake, a picnic area, a playground and even a famous oak tree which is around 200 years old. With its own sports centre and swimming pool, Welling really does offer something for everyone.

Why Welling is a great move for families

Property in Welling is ideal for families looking for large homes with excellent schools close by. For little ones, there’s Danson Primary School, Bishop Ridley and St Stephen’s Catholic Primary. Highly rated secondary schools in the area include Bexleyheath Academy and Bexley Grammar School for boys and girls aged 11 to 18.

Getting around in Welling

Welling is located close to the A2 and M25, providing easy road links across London and the surrounding area. The nearest train stations are Welling, Abbey Wood and Bexleyheath, each of which benefits from fantastic rail connections. Services to London Bridge depart every 10 minutes from Abbey Wood and every 15 minutes from Welling, with journey times of 30 minutes or less.

A short history of Welling

Welling was a small village until the Bexleyheath Line opened in the late 19th century. It expanded rapidly after the First World War and today has a population of over 41,000. The settlement around Welling dates back much earlier, though, as shown by the remnants of Roman properties uncovered close to Danson Park in the 1980s.

Sport and Leisure in Welling

Welling is home to several sports facilities, including MMA gyms and its own football club that offers training programmes for juniors. Bexleyheath Sports Club is located in Welling and provides a fantastic array of fitness facilities, including a gym, regular classes and a swimming pool. If you prefer to exercise in the great outdoors, Danson Park offers running routes suitable for all abilities.

Dining out in Welling

Welling has a great selection of bars, pubs and restaurants. Local favourites include Chupitos tapas bar, The M Kitchen and Hazine in Bexleyheath. There are also many trendy micropubs, including The Bolt Hole and more traditional options such as the New Cross Turnpike.