Is Welling still a smart place to buy in 2025? With strong transport links, growing popularity and steady house price growth, many buyers are turning their attention to this part of South East London.
📈 Welling Property Market Update
Over the past 12 months, Welling’s average sold price hit £456,528, up 4% compared to last year. Semi-detached homes and 1930s terraces are particularly popular with families and first-time buyers looking for more space and value than inner London.
Compare that to nearby areas:
- Sidcup: £475,000 average
- Bexleyheath: £491,000 average
Welling offers similar benefits — often for a little less.
🚆 Why Buyers Like Welling
- Fast trains to London Bridge and Cannon Street from Welling Station
- Zone 4 travel – cheaper than many alternatives
- Danson Park – great for families and dog walkers
- Highly rated local schools including Harris Academy Falconwood and East Wickham Primary
👨👩👦 Is It Good for First-Time Buyers?
Yes — Welling remains one of the most accessible areas in Bexley for first-time buyers. It’s also attractive for Help to Buy applicants and those using gifted deposits from family.
A local mortgage broker in Welling can help you understand your affordability and access deals tailored to your situation — especially with many lenders tightening criteria in 2025.
✅ Local Mortgage Tip
Don’t just compare headline rates. Look at:
- Product fees
- Fixed vs. tracker flexibility
- Early repayment charges
- Local lender policies
👉 Talk to us today for tailored mortgage advice based on Welling’s market conditions.
