Wellesley

Wellesley

Incorporated in 1881, Wellesley is located approximately 14 miles southwest of Boston.

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Welcome to Wellesley

Wellesley Real Estate Information

Located approximately 14 miles southwest of Boston, Wellesley has a population of 29,550 (per the 2020 US Census) and was incorporated in 1881. With a vast array of thriving shops, restaurants, grocery stores, florists and more. Wellesley is also home to three colleges - Wellesley CollegeMassachusetts Bay Community College and Babson College.
 
Here are some brief real estate-related facts about the Wellesley community:
 
  • Almost all properties are serviced by town sewerage systems, and all have town water.
  • The train line has three stops in Wellesley, and the train into Boston goes to South Station.
  • The 2024 tax rate is $10.42 per $1,000 of valuation.
  • There elementary schools for grades K – 5, include Bates, Fiske, Hardy, Hunnewell, Schofield, Sprague and Upham Schools. There is one middle school and one high school.
  • Wellesley is a town in Norfolk County.
 

Wellesley, MA Community Services, Organizations and Points of Interest

Here are some links to provide you with additional information on Wellesley and its many community services and organizations:
 

Overview for Wellesley, MA

29,365 people live in Wellesley, where the median age is 35.3 and the average individual income is $97,262. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,365

Total Population

35.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$97,262

Average individual Income

Around Wellesley, MA

There's plenty to do around Wellesley, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

75
Very Walkable
Walking Score
48
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bountiful, ChocAllure, and Gilbert's Sports Nostalgia.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.32 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.87 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.9 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.42 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.99 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.05 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wellesley, MA

Wellesley has 8,668 households, with an average household size of 2.82. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wellesley do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,365 people call Wellesley home. The population density is 2,930.32 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,365

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3

Median Age

43.34 / 56.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,668

Total Households

2.82

Average Household Size

$97,262

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wellesley, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Wellesley. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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