Orthodontic practices near Shippon
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Shippon, 26 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, 1.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ock Street ClinicAbingdon | 1.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (146 reviews) |
| Bath Street Dental PracticeAbingdon | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (139 reviews) |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 1.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
| Peachcroft Dental SurgeryRadley | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (220 reviews) |
| Peachcroft OrthodonticsRadley | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (166 reviews) |
| UNIT 8 (PEACHCROFT ORTHODONTICS)Abingdon | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 4.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shippon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Abingdon, 1.2 miles south-east; the next are Radley (1.9 miles east) and Oxford (4.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Abingdon | 5 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Radley | 2 | 1.9 miles east |
| Oxford | 11 | 4.9 miles north |
| Didcot | 3 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Harwell | 1 | 6.8 miles south |
| Marston | 1 | 7.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shippon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is TAHA Dental Excellence in Abingdon (5.0 from 253 reviews), 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TAHA Dental ExcellenceAbingdon | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Thame OrthodonticsThame | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 15.0 miles east |
| Your New Smile HarwellHarwell | 5.0 (40 reviews) | 6.8 miles south |
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shippon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of White Horse |
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,893 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.4% aged 16 to 24 and 44.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 310 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 8.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within Oxfordshire | 51st closest to an orthodontic practice of 445 places in the county (the county median is 3.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 7.3% across neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Larkmead School — 0.5 miles John Mason School — 1.0 miles Fitzharrys School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,938 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ock Street Clinic, Abingdon — 1 miles Peachcroft Dental Surgery, Radley — 2 miles Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, Oxford — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 48 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 Shippon
The nearest practice to Shippon is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Precinct Dental Practice (1.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bath Street Dental Practice (1.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Shippon list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Shippon are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, 1.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shippon
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Orthodontist in Shippon: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Shippon understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Shippon and the wider Oxfordshire area.
Local orthodontic signals in Shippon
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shippon itself. The closest on record are Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about a mile away; Peachcroft Dental Surgery in Radley, about 2 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 5 miles away.
What official data says about Shippon
By ONS classification, Shippon falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. With 22% of residents under 16, Shippon has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 1,893 residents in the neighbourhood around Shippon, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Shippon has more choice than 69% of towns in England. Families in Shippon are served by secondary schools including Larkmead School (0.5 miles) and John Mason School (1.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Shippon sits among the less deprived areas of England.
Local snapshot of Shippon
The nearest other location we cover is Gozzard's Ford, under 1 km to the west.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Gozzard's Ford, Dry Sanford, Northcourt, Abingdon, Marcham, and Sunningwell follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Shippon
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Shippon
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Shippon — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Shippon
Starting orthodontic treatment in Shippon can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Shippon
Every case in Shippon follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shippon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shippon
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Shippon, Oxfordshire with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Gozzard's Ford, Dry Sanford, Northcourt, Abingdon, Marcham, and Sunningwell can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shippon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shippon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shippon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shippon is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Bath Street Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Precinct Dental Practice (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shippon?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Shippon, 26 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shippon?
The nearest practice to Shippon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Peachcroft Dental Surgery (1.9 miles) and Peachcroft Orthodontics (1.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shippon, Oxfordshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shippon, Oxfordshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.