NHS Treatment in Kings Trading Village 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.1% of 1,461 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic, Cheltenham — 1.6 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham — 0.6 miles Pate's Grammar School — 1.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 38 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% 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 Kings Trading Village
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Kings Trading Village, 23 practices within 10 and 47 practices within 20. The closest is Cheltenham Orthodontics, 1.2 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic, 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (319 reviews) |
| Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (194 reviews) |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 1.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Cambray DentalCheltenham | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (193 reviews) |
| Oriel Villas Dental SurgeryCheltenham | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (344 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kings Trading Village with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Cheltenham, 1.6 miles south-east; the next are Gloucester (6.8 miles south-west) and Stroud (13.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 7 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 3 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Stroud | 1 | 13.0 miles south-west |
| Evesham | 1 | 13.4 miles north-east |
| Stonehouse | 1 | 14.0 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 Kings Trading Village
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (5.0 from 26 reviews), 14.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 14.0 miles south-west |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 4.8 (319 reviews) | 1.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Kings Trading Village, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Leckhampton Dental Clinic, 2.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic, 1.6 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Kings Trading Village 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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Kings Trading Village focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Gloucestershire.
NHS Waiting Times in Kings Trading Village
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Gloucestershire vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Kings Trading Village
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.
Provision in Kings Trading Village varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Kings Trading Village's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Kings Trading Village, 4.1% of the 1,461 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Kings Trading Village is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Kings Trading Village falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Kings Trading Village's under-16 share, 12.5%, is below the typical level. Secondary-age pupils near Kings Trading Village attend schools such as All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham (0.6 miles) and Pate's Grammar School (1.1 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Kings Trading Village has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Kings Trading Village itself. The nearest recorded are Cheltenham Orthodontics, about a mile away; Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve in Bishops Cleeve, about 3 miles away; and Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre in Gloucester, about 6 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.
How the NHS Route Works in Kings Trading Village
The NHS pathway in Kings Trading Village is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Kings Trading Village.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Kings Trading Village
Many patients in Kings Trading Village are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Gloucestershire apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Kings Trading Village.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Kings Trading Village?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Kings Trading Village is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Children's Orthodontics in Kings Trading Village
Children's orthodontics in Kings Trading Village covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Children's Orthodontics in Kings Trading Village — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Kings Trading Village vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. With just 12.5% of residents under 16, Kings Trading Village skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.1% of the 1,461 residents in Kings Trading Village's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. Families in Kings Trading Village are served by secondary schools including All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham (0.6 miles) and Pate's Grammar School (1.1 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. By ONS classification, Kings Trading Village falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Kings Trading Village falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. Kings Trading Village sits close to the England average for deprivation. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Kings Trading Village is better served than 83% of towns in England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Kings Trading Village is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 38 miles away. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Kings Trading Village
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kings Trading Village?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kings Trading Village is Cheltenham Orthodontics, about 1.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic (1.6 miles) and Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kings Trading Village?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Kings Trading Village, 23 practices within 10 miles and 47 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kings Trading Village?
The nearest practice to Kings Trading Village that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant Clinic, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care (1.7 miles) and Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic (1.7 miles).
What towns are near Kings Trading Village?
Nearby towns include Overton Park, Rowanfield, Bournside.
How's children's dental health in Kings Trading Village's area?
Regionally, 17.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Is Kings Trading Village a family area?
Census data puts 12.5% of Kings Trading Village's population at under 16.
How deprived is Kings Trading Village compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Kings Trading Village is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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