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Orthodontic practices near Lea End

On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Lea End, 64 practices within 10 and 182 practices within 20. The closest is House of Dental in Hopwood, 2.2 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
House of DentalHopwood2.2 miles north-west✓–✓4.7 (558 reviews)
RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green2.2 miles west–––5.0 (301 reviews)
HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham2.6 miles north✓–––
Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath3.1 miles east––✓5.0 (105 reviews)
All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath4.7 miles north-east✓✓✓4.6 (472 reviews)
Webheath Dental PracticeRedditch5.0 miles south✓–✓4.5 (69 reviews)
PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch5.0 miles south✓–––
Pinnacle Orthodontics LtdRedditch5.1 miles south–––4.8 (18 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Lea End with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hopwood, 2.2 miles north-west; the next are Barnt Green (2.2 miles west) and Birmingham (2.6 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Hopwood12.2 miles north-west
Barnt Green12.2 miles west
Birmingham32.6 miles north
Dickens Heath13.1 miles east
Kings Heath14.7 miles north-east
Redditch45.0 miles south

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lea End

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green (5.0 from 301 reviews), 2.2 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
RESTORE Dental SpecialistsBarnt Green5.0 (301 reviews)2.2 miles west
Bromsgrove Dental SpecialistsBromsgrove5.0 (134 reviews)5.7 miles south-west
Clear Braces SolihullDickens Heath5.0 (105 reviews)3.1 miles east
Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick4.9 (357 reviews)6.3 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Lea End at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBromsgrove
NHS dental servicesNHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1618.7% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,312 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre139 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England
Access within Worcestershire151st closest to an orthodontic practice of 512 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Worcestershire
Nearest university dental hospitalBirmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 8 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsAlvechurch CofE Middle School — 1.4 miles
Ark Kings Academy — 2.0 miles
Turves Green Boys' School — 2.3 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles6 schools, about 4,720 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay19.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesHouse of Dental, Hopwood — 2 miles
RESTORE Dental Specialists, Barnt Green — 2 miles
HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD, Birmingham — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles64 within 10 miles, 182 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 Lea End

The nearest practice to Lea End is House of Dental in Hopwood, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 64 practices, and within 20 there are 182.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: House of Dental (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Sherwood Dental Practice - Birmingham (6.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 24 of the practices around Lea End list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lea End are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is House of Dental in Hopwood, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 8 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Lea End

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Orthodontist in Lea End: This page was put together for people in Lea End who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Worcestershire.

Lea End in context

By ONS classification, Lea End falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Lea End's under-16 share sits at 18.7%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 2,312 residents in Lea End's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Lea End has more choice than 64% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Lea End are served by secondary schools including Alvechurch CofE Middle School (1.4 miles) and Ark Kings Academy (2.0 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Lea End sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lea End is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 8 miles away.

Widen your local search

Pages for Hawkesley, Hopwood, Rowney Green, Forhill, Weatheroak Hill, and Alvechurch follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.

Facts about Lea End

Hopwood is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km west of Lea End.

Local treatment availability around Lea End

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lea End. The closest on record are House of Dental in Hopwood, about 2 miles away; RESTORE Dental Specialists in Barnt Green, about 2 miles away; and HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Birmingham, about 3 miles away.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Lea End

Patients in Lea End have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lea End

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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Lea End

Orthodontic treatment in Lea End is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Lea End — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lea End. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Lea End

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lea End often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lea End?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lea End is House of Dental in Hopwood, about 2.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are RESTORE Dental Specialists (2.2 miles) and HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD (2.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Lea End?

Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Lea End, 64 practices within 10 miles and 182 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lea End?

The nearest practice to Lea End that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is House of Dental in Hopwood, about 2.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include HARMONY ORTHODONTICS LTD (2.6 miles) and All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham (4.7 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lea End, Worcestershire?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lea End, Worcestershire?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleLea End, Worcestershire Smile Straightening
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Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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