Orthodontic practices near Stedham
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stedham; 1 practice within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, 7.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contour OrthodontistsWinchester | 7.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| Jubilee Dental CentreChichester | 10.2 miles south | – | – | – | 3.7 (38 reviews) |
| Chichester Orthodontic ClinicChichester | 10.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (57 reviews) |
| Dental StudioChichester | 10.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
| No45 DentalChichester | 10.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (78 reviews) |
| Sussex Braces - Orthodontist Dr Alastair SmithChichester | 10.6 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 10.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (279 reviews) |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 10.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stedham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Winchester, 7.3 miles west; the next are Chichester (10.2 miles south) and Havant (12.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester | 1 | 7.3 miles west |
| Chichester | 10 | 10.2 miles south |
| Havant | 4 | 12.2 miles south-west |
| Emsworth | 1 | 12.3 miles south-west |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 13.7 miles south-west |
| Alton | 1 | 14.1 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 Stedham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pallant Advanced Dentistry in Chichester (5.0 from 279 reviews), 10.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pallant Advanced DentistryChichester | 5.0 (279 reviews) | 10.7 miles south |
| Envisage Dental EmsworthEmsworth | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 12.3 miles south-west |
| Elmsleigh House Dental ClinicAldershot | 5.0 (159 reviews) | 15.4 miles north |
| Star OrthodonticsAlton | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 14.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Stedham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Chichester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 544 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,233 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 47 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within West Sussex | 307th closest to an orthodontic practice of 383 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in West Sussex |
| Nearest secondary schools | Midhurst Rother College — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,144 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Contour Orthodontists, Winchester — 7 miles Jubilee Dental Centre, Chichester — 10 miles The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth, Havant — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 66 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 Stedham
From Stedham the nearest practice is Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, 7.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 66.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chichester Orthodontic Clinic (10.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Contour Orthodontists (7.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Stedham list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Stedham are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, 7.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Stedham to Contour Orthodontists is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Stedham
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Orthodontist in Stedham: Before booking anything in Stedham, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Stedham with the wider West Sussex area. Stedham — a small village with a population of around 544 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Stedham
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Stedham. The nearest we do hold are Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, about 7 miles away; Jubilee Dental Centre in Chichester, about 10 miles away; and The North Street Dental and Implant Clinic Emsworth in Havant, about 12 miles away.
The local picture in Stedham
By ONS classification, Stedham falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. With just 13.7% of residents under 16, Stedham skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,233 residents in Stedham's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across West Sussex. People in Stedham usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Stedham attend schools such as Midhurst Rother College (1.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Stedham is roughly mid-table for England.
A quick look at Stedham
Around 544 people live in Stedham, which is a small village within West Sussex. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Quags Corner, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Quags Corner, Bepton Common, Minsted, Woolbeding, Iping, and Midhurst.
All Orthodontic Options in Stedham Explained
Patients in Stedham have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Stedham
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Stedham practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Stedham
Orthodontic treatment in Stedham is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Stedham 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 Stedham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Stedham
These local links are here for anyone comparing Stedham, West Sussex against nearby alternatives. Nearby pages covering Quags Corner, Bepton Common, Minsted, Woolbeding, Iping, and Midhurst may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Stedham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Stedham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stedham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stedham is Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, about 7.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Jubilee Dental Centre (10.2 miles) and Chichester Orthodontic Clinic (10.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stedham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stedham, 1 practice within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Winchester, 7.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stedham?
The nearest practice to Stedham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Contour Orthodontists in Winchester, about 7.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Basin Road Dental Surgery (10.9 miles) and Chichester Dental Practice (11.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Stedham, West Sussex?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Stedham, West Sussex?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.