NHS Treatment in Ebrington at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of 1,544 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Stratford Orthodontics, Stratford-upon-Avon — 9.1 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chipping Campden School — 2.0 miles Shipston High School — 4.2 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 30 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
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 listing NHS orthodontics near Ebrington
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ebrington; 6 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Stratford Dental Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon, 8.7 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Stratford Orthodontics, 9.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (865 reviews) |
| Evesham OrthodonticsEvesham | 9.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 15.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (538 reviews) |
| Banbury Dental SurgeryBanbury | 16.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (276 reviews) |
| The Dental Place WarwickWarwick | 16.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (232 reviews) |
| 41 South Bar Dental Practice - BanburyBanbury | 16.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (13 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ebrington with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Stratford-upon-Avon, 9.1 miles north; the next are Evesham (9.6 miles west) and Bloxham (15.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 1 | 9.1 miles north |
| Evesham | 1 | 9.6 miles west |
| Bloxham | 1 | 15.4 miles east |
| Banbury | 3 | 16.3 miles east |
| Warwick | 6 | 16.4 miles north |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 17.8 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 Ebrington
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), 9.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (865 reviews) | 9.1 miles north |
| The Dental Place WarwickWarwick | 5.0 (232 reviews) | 16.4 miles north |
| Orthoral Leamington spaWarwick | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 17.8 miles north-east |
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 4.9 (538 reviews) | 15.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Ebrington, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 15.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stratford Orthodontics, Stratford-upon-Avon, 9.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 30 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Ebrington are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Ebrington funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Understanding its limits helps families in Ebrington plan around realistic waiting times.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Ebrington?
Many patients in Gloucestershire wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Ebrington
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Gloucestershire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Ebrington — comparing a couple is worthwhile. National deprivation data ranks Ebrington among England's less deprived areas. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 17.4% of local 5-year-olds. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 1,544 residents in Ebrington's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. The nearest university dental hospital to Ebrington is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Ebrington is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 12.6% of Ebrington's population at under 16, below the typical share. Families in Ebrington are served by secondary schools including Chipping Campden School (2.0 miles) and Shipston High School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. People in Ebrington usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ebrington itself. The closest on record are Stratford Dental Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon, about 9 miles away; Evesham Orthodontics, about 10 miles away; and Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, about 15 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Ebrington
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Ebrington trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
Children's Orthodontics in Ebrington
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Ebrington increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Ebrington
Children in Ebrington who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Ebrington?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Gloucestershire to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Ebrington
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Ebrington
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ebrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ebrington is Stratford Dental Centre in Stratford-upon-Avon, about 8.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Evesham Place Dental (9.0 miles) and Stratford Orthodontics (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ebrington?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ebrington, 6 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stratford-upon-Avon, 8.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ebrington?
The nearest practice to Ebrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stratford Orthodontics in Stratford-upon-Avon, about 9.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Evesham Orthodontics (9.6 miles) and Bloxham Dental @ Banbury (15.4 miles).
How many families live in Ebrington?
Around 12.6% of Ebrington's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What towns are near Ebrington?
Ilmington, Aston Magna, Hidcote are within easy reach of Ebrington.
What is the population of Ebrington?
Ebrington has a population of around 304.
How deprived is Ebrington compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Ebrington is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What if the NHS wait is too long?
Private orthodontic treatment removes the waiting list entirely. It offers the same clinical outcomes with greater choice of brace type and typically a more personalised experience — at higher cost than the NHS charge.
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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