Costs in King's Acre 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 | St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 2.4 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 18.1 miles |
| Practices on our register | 9 within 5 miles, 9 within 10, 14 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 of 1,565 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Access within Herefordshire | 37th closest to a practice of 503 places in the county; the county median is 8.1 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 King's Acre that list payment plans
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of King's Acre, 9 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 2.4 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, 18.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 2.4 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 2.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 2.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 2.7 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 2.7 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to King's Acre with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Hereford, 2.4 miles south-east; the next are Monmouth (18.1 miles south) and Great Malvern (19.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 18.1 miles south |
| Great Malvern | 4 | 19.0 miles east |
| Worcester | 8 | 24.0 miles east |
| Gloucester | 7 | 26.2 miles south-east |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 26.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of King's Acre
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern (5.0 from 62 reviews), 19.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckingham House Dental SurgeryGreat Malvern | 5.0 (62 reviews) | 19.0 miles east |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 4.9 (374 reviews) | 19.6 miles east |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 2.5 miles east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 3.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from King's Acre, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to St.Owen Dental Studio, the nearest practice on our register (2.4 miles away, about 3.1 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 | £30 to £55 | £1,530 to £3,555 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £30 to £55 | £2,030 to £4,555 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £30 to £55 | £4,030 to £8,055 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £30 | £1,515 to £5,530 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £15 to £30 | £2,515 to £5,530 |
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 King's Acre
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Phoenix Orthodontics, Gloucester (26.6 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth (18.1 miles) | Buckingham House Dental Surgery (19 miles); Redcliffe Orthodontics (25.2 miles) | 2 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Willows Dentistry, Hereford (2.5 miles) | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (2.6 miles); Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (3.1 miles) | 3 |
| Private treatment | private fees | St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford (2.4 miles) | Willows Dentistry (2.5 miles); Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (2.6 miles) | 14 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Willows Dentistry, Hereford (2.5 miles) | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (2.6 miles); Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (2.7 miles) | 7 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford (3.1 miles) | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre (18.1 miles); Diana Pana Dentist (26.7 miles) | 2 |
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.
Orthodontic treatment costs in King's Acre vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in King's Acre
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in King's Acre offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is 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.
What Each Treatment Costs in King's Acre
As a private-fee guide for King's Acre, 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 King's Acre. |
These are typical private fee ranges for King's Acre — 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.
Cost Context for King's Acre
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in King's Acre usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Not every practice near King's Acre offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By ONS classification, King's Acre falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, King's Acre falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. King's Acre's under-16 share sits at 16%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,565 residents in the neighbourhood around King's Acre, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, King's Acre is better served than 72% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near King's Acre attend schools such as Whitecross Hereford (1.1 miles) and The Hereford Church of England Academy (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across King's Acre's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks King's Acre among England's less deprived areas. See local practice availability in King's Acre → 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.
Clear aligners in King's Acre — comparing lower-cost options
Lower-cost clear aligners in King's Acre are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. Knowing the warning signs helps you tell a good-value option from a false economy.
Affordable Aligner Options in King's Acre — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving King's Acre. Census 2021 counts 1,565 residents in the neighbourhood around King's Acre: 25.6% aged 25 to 49 and 6.3% aged 16 to 24. King's Acre has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. Officially, King's Acre is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. National deprivation data ranks King's Acre among England's less deprived areas. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. King's Acre's under-16 share sits at 16%, per the 2021 Census. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across King's Acre's Local Authority. 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.
What affects clear aligner cost in King's Acre?
Clear aligner cost in King's Acre varies considerably from case to case. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Aligner Costs in King's Acre — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering King's Acre — comparing a couple is worthwhile. In the census neighbourhood around King's Acre, 25.6% of the 1,565 residents are aged 25 to 49 and 6.3% are aged 16 to 24, the age bands that drive most adult aligner demand. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, King's Acre is better served than 72% of towns in England. King's Acre's ONS geography type is urban: Further from a major town or city. By national deprivation ranking, King's Acre sits among the less deprived areas of England. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in King's Acre. Census figures show 16% of the local population is under 16. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in King's Acre's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces. Private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in King's Acre typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in King's Acre
Where is the nearest orthodontist to King's Acre?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to King's Acre is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 2.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (2.5 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near King's Acre?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of King's Acre, 9 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near King's Acre offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to King's Acre that mentions finance or monthly payment options is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 18.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Buckingham House Dental Surgery (19.0 miles) and Redcliffe Orthodontics (25.2 miles).
Which county covers King's Acre?
King's Acre falls within Herefordshire.
What towns are near King's Acre?
Sugwas Pool, Upper Breinton, Breinton Common are within easy reach of King's Acre.
Is tooth decay common among young children near King's Acre?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Is King's Acre a family area?
Around 16% of King's Acre's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
How does case complexity affect cost?
More complex cases require more clinical time, more appointments, and sometimes additional procedures (such as tooth extractions). A mild spacing case costs significantly less than a complex overbite correction. Always confirm whether the quoted fee covers your full case or just a simple scenario.
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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