Orthodontic practices near Godney
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Godney, 3 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 4.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 11.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 12.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 12.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 12.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 14.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Godney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 4.3 miles north-east; the next are Bridgwater (11.7 miles west) and Weston-super-Mare (14.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 11.7 miles west |
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 14.9 miles north-west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 16.6 miles south |
| Taunton | 4 | 18.2 miles south-west |
| Henlade | 1 | 18.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Godney
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), 19.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 19.9 miles north |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 19.8 miles north |
| Clifton Dental StudioBristol | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 20.0 miles north |
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 18.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Godney at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,685 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 50 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Somerset | 321st closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Dunstan's School — 2.2 miles Crispin School Academy — 3.4 miles The Blue School — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 529 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 4 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 12 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 31 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Godney
Godney is 4.3 miles from Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 31.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (15.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (19.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Godney list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Godney are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Godney
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A quick look at Godney
The nearest other location we cover is Fenny Castle, around 2 km to the north-east.
What local practice data suggests in Godney
There is no orthodontist on our records in Godney itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 4 miles away; East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 12 miles away; and Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 15 miles away.
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What official data says about Godney
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Godney sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Godney's under-16 share sits at 17.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,685 residents in the neighbourhood around Godney, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. Godney has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 20.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Godney are St Dunstan's School (2.2 miles) and Crispin School Academy (3.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Godney's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Godney sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Godney is about 20 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Godney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Godney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Godney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Godney is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 4.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Priory Dental (4.3 miles) and Rock House Dental Practice (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Godney?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Godney, 3 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Godney?
The nearest practice to Godney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 4.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (4.3 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (11.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Godney, Somerset?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Godney, Somerset?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.