Costs in Clevedon 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 | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 6.3 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 6.3 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 5 within 10, 77 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 5.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23% aged 25 to 49 of 1,367 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within North Somerset | 83rd closest to a practice of 114 places in the county; the county median is 4.9 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 Clevedon that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Clevedon; 5 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 6.3 miles south-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, 6.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 6.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 7.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 7.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 7.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Smile SolutionEaston-in-Gordano | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
| Stoke Bishop Dental CentreBristol | 10.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clevedon with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Weston-super-Mare, 6.3 miles south-west; the next are Easton-in-Gordano (8.7 miles north-east) and Bristol (10.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 6.3 miles south-west |
| Easton-in-Gordano | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Bristol | 16 | 10.1 miles east |
| Newport | 8 | 11.3 miles north-west |
| Cardiff | 1 | 13.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clevedon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 11.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 10.9 miles east |
| Cardiff Bay DentalCardiff | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 13.4 miles west |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 4.9 (813 reviews) | 12.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Clevedon, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, the nearest practice on our register (6.3 miles away, about 8.2 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 | £75 to £145 | £1,575 to £3,645 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £75 to £145 | £2,075 to £4,645 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £75 to £145 | £4,075 to £8,145 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £45 to £75 | £1,545 to £5,575 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £45 to £75 | £2,545 to £5,575 |
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 Clevedon
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (7.3 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (7.8 miles); Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (10.1 miles) | 6 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare (6.3 miles) | Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (10.1 miles); Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (10.6 miles) | 10 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (7.3 miles) | Smile Solution (8.7 miles); Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (10.6 miles) | 15 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare (6.3 miles) | Weston Orthodontic Centre (7.3 miles); The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (7.4 miles) | 29 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (7.3 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (7.8 miles); Smile Solution (8.7 miles) | 18 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Weston Orthodontic Centre, Weston-super-Mare (7.3 miles) | Twenty 2 Dental (7.8 miles); Smile Solution (8.7 miles) | 18 |
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.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Clevedon — the range is genuinely wide. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Cost Context for Clevedon
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Clevedon generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
What's available in Clevedon depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Clevedon — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 9.1% of Clevedon's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,367 residents in the neighbourhood around Clevedon, 3.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across North Somerset. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Clevedon; the nearest is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Clevedon are Clevedon School (0.9 miles) and Gordano School (4.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Clevedon's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Clevedon's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clevedon is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 12 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Clevedon → 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.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Clevedon
Most private orthodontic practices in Clevedon offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Orthodontic Price Guide for Clevedon
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Clevedon — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| 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 Clevedon. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Clevedon — 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.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Clevedon
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Clevedon. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Affordable Aligner Options in Clevedon — Local Context
Practices serving Clevedon differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Census 2021 counts 1,367 residents in the neighbourhood around Clevedon: 23% aged 25 to 49 and 5.7% aged 16 to 24. People in Clevedon usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. Clevedon — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Clevedon's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clevedon is about 12 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Clevedon's under-16 share, 9.1%, is below the typical level. 19.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Clevedon's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
Clear aligner cost in Clevedon
Aligner pricing in Clevedon is driven by more than the headline figure. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Aligner Costs in Clevedon — Local Context
Practices serving Clevedon differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Census 2021 counts 1,367 residents in the neighbourhood around Clevedon: 23% aged 25 to 49 and 5.7% aged 16 to 24. Clevedon has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Clevedon — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. National deprivation data ranks Clevedon among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clevedon is about 12 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Census data puts only 9.1% of Clevedon's population at under 16, below the typical share. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Clevedon's Local Authority area covers 84 schools and 32,275 pupils, according to DfE figures. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone. Expect private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) costs in Clevedon to fall roughly between £1,500 and £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Clevedon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clevedon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clevedon is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (7.3 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clevedon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Clevedon, 5 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Weston-super-Mare, 6.3 miles away.
Which practices near Clevedon offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Clevedon that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 6.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Stoke Bishop Dental Centre (10.1 miles) and Dr David Tinsley - Kelham Island Smile Suite Sheffield (10.6 miles).
What is the population of Clevedon?
Clevedon has a population of around 21,002.
Which county covers Clevedon?
Clevedon falls within North Somerset.
How many schools are in Clevedon's area?
Clevedon's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data).
How many families live in Clevedon?
Around 9.1% of Clevedon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Are there payment plans for orthodontic treatment?
Yes — most private orthodontic practices offer monthly payment plans, often at 0% interest, spread over the treatment period. A deposit of 10–25% is typically required to start. Ask whether the plan is in-house or through a finance provider, and whether payments continue if treatment runs over time.
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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