Costs in Clarke's Green at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 3.5 miles; 28 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch — 3.7 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 5 within 5 miles, 32 within 10, 152 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 of 1,656 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Warwickshire | 147th closest to a practice of 355 places in the county; the county median is 4 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Clarke's Green that list payment plans
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Clarke's Green, 32 practices within 10 and 152 practices within 20. The closest is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 3.5 miles west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Headless Cross Dental Practice, 3.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| Headless Cross Dental PracticeRedditch | 3.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (52 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics LtdRedditch | 4.5 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (18 reviews) |
| PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch | 4.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Webheath Dental PracticeRedditch | 4.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.5 (69 reviews) |
| Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath | 6.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (105 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clarke's Green with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Astwood Bank, 3.5 miles west; the next are Redditch (3.7 miles west) and Dickens Heath (6.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 3.5 miles west |
| Redditch | 4 | 3.7 miles west |
| Dickens Heath | 1 | 6.1 miles north |
| Barnt Green | 1 | 7.4 miles north-west |
| Bromsgrove | 5 | 8.5 miles west |
| Hopwood | 1 | 8.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clarke's Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stratford Orthodontics in Stratford-upon-Avon (5.0 from 865 reviews), 9.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (865 reviews) | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Evesham Place DentalStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (587 reviews) | 9.3 miles south-east |
| RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green | 5.0 (301 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-west |
| Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove | 5.0 (134 reviews) | 9.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Clarke's Green, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, the nearest practice on our register (3.5 miles away, about 4.6 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £1,540 to £3,580 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £2,040 to £4,580 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £80 | £4,040 to £8,080 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £1,525 to £5,540 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £2,525 to £5,540 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Clarke's Green
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Clear Braces Solihull, Dickens Heath (6.1 miles) | New Road Dental (8.5 miles); House of Dental (8.6 miles) | 12 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch (3.7 miles) | Clear Braces Solihull (6.1 miles); Bromsgrove Dental Specialists (9 miles) | 8 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank (3.5 miles) | PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS (4.5 miles); Webheath Dental Practice (4.8 miles) | 17 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank (3.5 miles) | Headless Cross Dental Practice (3.7 miles); Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd (4.5 miles) | 28 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank (3.5 miles) | Headless Cross Dental Practice (3.7 miles); Webheath Dental Practice (4.8 miles) | 22 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Solihull Orthodontic Centre, Shirley (8.9 miles) | Bromsgrove Dental Specialists (9 miles); Orthodontics For You (9.2 miles) | 12 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Clarke's Green. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Clarke's Green
As a private-fee guide for Clarke's Green, the main options compare roughly as follows:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Clarke's Green. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Clarke's Green — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Treatment type is the biggest driver. Metal is cheapest, ceramic more, aligners and lingual more again — each appliance has different manufacture, fitting and adjustment costs.
Case complexity is the second big lever: the harder the case, the longer the course and the higher the fee, whatever you're treated with.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements can quietly inflate an aligner bill if capped, so pin down the refinement policy up front.
Practice location and overheads explain part of the spread: overheads differ practice to practice in Clarke's Green, and shopping around is standard for private treatment.
Cost Context for Clarke's Green
Private full fixed brace treatment in Clarke's Green typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Clarke's Green. Clarke's Green — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 17.4% of Clarke's Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Clarke's Green, 6.9% of the 1,656 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Warwickshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Clarke's Green has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Clarke's Green are served by secondary schools including Arrow Vale High School (1.7 miles) and Ipsley CofE Middle School (1.7 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Clarke's Green's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clarke's Green is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Clarke's Green → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Affordable clear aligners in Clarke's Green
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Clarke's Green. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Clarke's Green
Treatment scope — short-series aligners for mild front-tooth alignment legitimately cost less: fewer trays, fewer appointments, less complexity. A simple crowding case can be well served by an entry-level system.
How much do aligners cost in Clarke's Green?
What you pay for clear aligners in Clarke's Green reflects the case, not just the brand. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Aligner Costs in Clarke's Green — Local Context
Practices serving Clarke's Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Census 2021 counts 1,656 residents in the neighbourhood around Clarke's Green: 30.7% aged 25 to 49 and 7% aged 16 to 24. Clarke's Green has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. Clarke's Green's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Clarke's Green's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clarke's Green is about 14 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. 17.4% of Clarke's Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces. As a guide, private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in Clarke's Green usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Clarke's Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clarke's Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clarke's Green is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 3.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Headless Cross Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clarke's Green?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Clarke's Green, 32 practices within 10 miles and 152 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Clarke's Green offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Clarke's Green that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Headless Cross Dental Practice in Redditch, about 3.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Clear Braces Solihull (6.1 miles) and Bromsgrove Dental Specialists (9.0 miles).
What kind of area is Clarke's Green?
By ONS classification, Clarke's Green falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is Clarke's Green a family area?
Census data puts 17.4% of Clarke's Green's population at under 16.
Which county covers Clarke's Green?
Clarke's Green falls within Warwickshire.
What towns are near Clarke's Green?
Nearby towns include Winyates, Studley, Oldberrow.
How much do NHS braces cost?
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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