Orthodontic practices near Locking
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Locking, 4 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 2.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 2.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
| Weston Orthodontic CentreWeston-super-Mare | 2.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (40 reviews) |
| The Houston Group Endodontic Referral CenterWeston-super-Mare | 2.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Twenty 2 DentalWeston-super-Mare | 2.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (28 reviews) |
| Smile Studio PenarthPenarth | 13.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (92 reviews) |
| Wellwood Dentistry & AestheticsPenarth | 13.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 14.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 14.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Locking with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Weston-super-Mare, 2.2 miles north; the next are Penarth (13.5 miles north-west) and Bridgwater (14.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Weston-super-Mare | 4 | 2.2 miles north |
| Penarth | 2 | 13.5 miles north-west |
| Bridgwater | 3 | 14.0 miles south |
| Mendip | 3 | 14.1 miles south-east |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 14.8 miles north-west |
| Cardiff | 3 | 14.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Locking
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff (5.0 from 76 reviews), 15.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-west |
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-east |
| Cardiff Bay DentalCardiff | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-west |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 15.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Locking at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,742 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,695 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 620 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within North Somerset | 21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 114 places in the county (the county median is 4.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in North Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Winterstoke Hundred Academy — 1.4 miles Worle Community School — 1.9 miles Priory Community School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,438 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 32,275 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 2 miles Smile Studio Penarth, Penarth — 14 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 14 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BS24 |
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 Locking
The nearest practice to Locking is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Weston Orthodontic Centre (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bristol Dental Specialists - Orthodontist & Dental Implants (15.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Locking list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 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 Locking are commissioned by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Locking
North Somerset12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Locking
Orthodontist in Locking: Before booking anything in Locking, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Locking with the wider North Somerset area. Locking — a small village with a population of around 1,742 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Locking
Locking — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Locking's under-16 share sits at 19.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Locking, 9% of the 1,695 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Locking is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.7% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Locking attend schools such as Winterstoke Hundred Academy (1.4 miles) and Worle Community School (1.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Locking's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Locking is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Locking is about 16 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Elborough, Locking Parklands, Knightcott, West Wick, Woolvershill Batch, and Christon if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
About Locking
With a population of roughly 1,742, Locking is a small village within North Somerset. Elborough is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Locking.
Practice data for Locking
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Locking itself. The closest on record are Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 2 miles away; Smile Studio Penarth, about 14 miles away; and East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 14 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Locking
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Locking has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Locking
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Locking — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Locking
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Locking helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Locking
Provision in Locking varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Locking is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Locking. Census figures show 19.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,695 residents in the neighbourhood around Locking, 9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.2% average across North Somerset. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Locking has more choice than 56% of towns in England. Regionally, 19.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Locking attend schools such as Winterstoke Hundred Academy (1.4 miles) and Worle Community School (1.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Locking's Local Authority has 84 schools educating 32,275 pupils (DfE data). Locking sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Locking is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Locking. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Locking
If Locking, North Somerset is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Elborough, Locking Parklands, Knightcott, West Wick, Woolvershill Batch, and Christon.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Locking
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Locking often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Locking?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Locking is Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 2.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Weston Orthodontic Centre (2.5 miles) and The Houston Group Endodontic Referral Center (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Locking?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Locking, 4 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Locking?
The nearest practice to Locking that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Weston Orthodontic Centre in Weston-super-Mare, about 2.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Smile Studio Penarth (13.5 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (14.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Locking, North Somerset?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Locking, North Somerset?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.