NHS Treatment in Little Durnford at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of 2,029 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Sarum Dental Practice, Salisbury — 2.6 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sarum Academy — 1.8 miles South Wilts Grammar School — 2.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% 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 Little Durnford
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Little Durnford, 8 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, 2.6 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Sarum Dental Practice, 2.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (165 reviews) |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (210 reviews) |
| INSPIRE ORTHODONTICSSalisbury | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 15.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| ABBEY ORTHODONTICSRomsey | 16.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 16.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (635 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Little Durnford with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Salisbury, 2.6 miles south-east; the next are Andover (15.3 miles north-east) and Romsey (16.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 3 | 2.6 miles south-east |
| Andover | 2 | 15.3 miles north-east |
| Romsey | 1 | 16.4 miles south-east |
| North Baddesley | 1 | 18.8 miles south-east |
| Southampton | 1 | 20.9 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 1 | 20.9 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 Little Durnford
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 16.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 4.9 (444 reviews) | 15.3 miles north-east |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 4.9 (210 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Little Durnford, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Mid-Wessex Orthodontics, 2.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sarum Dental Practice, Salisbury, 2.6 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Little Durnford are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Little Durnford, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Little Durnford
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Little Durnford 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Little Durnford?
Many patients in Wiltshire 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 Little Durnford
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. NHS waiting times in Wiltshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Little Durnford. National deprivation data puts Little Durnford close to the England median. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Little Durnford, 7.7% of the 2,029 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Wiltshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For NHS dental services, Little Durnford falls under NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Little Durnford falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Little Durnford's under-16 share sits at 18.7%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Little Durnford attend schools such as Sarum Academy (1.8 miles) and South Wilts Grammar School (2.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Little Durnford's Local Authority area covers 263 schools and 74,539 pupils, according to DfE figures. Little Durnford has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Little Durnford. The nearest we do hold are Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, about 3 miles away; Denise Taylor Orthodontics in Stockbridge, about 14 miles away; and Dental Concepts in Andover, 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Little Durnford
Children's orthodontics in Little Durnford covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in Little Durnford
Eligible children under 18 in Little Durnford are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Little Durnford
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Little Durnford — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Wiltshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Little Durnford
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Little Durnford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Little Durnford is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, about 2.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Fisherton Dental Care (2.7 miles) and Ahmed Giaziri (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Little Durnford?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Little Durnford, 8 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Little Durnford?
The nearest practice to Little Durnford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury, about 2.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Salisbury Orthodontics Ltd (2.9 miles) and INSPIRE ORTHODONTICS (2.9 miles).
Which towns are close to Little Durnford?
Bemerton, Bemerton Heath, Old Sarum are within easy reach of Little Durnford.
How's children's dental health in Little Durnford's area?
Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Which county covers Little Durnford?
Little Durnford falls within Wiltshire.
What kind of area is Little Durnford?
By ONS classification, Little Durnford falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private treatment.
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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