Orthodontic practices near Street
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Street; 3 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 7.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 7.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 7.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| East Quay Medical CentreBridgwater | 11.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (84 reviews) |
| Quantock View Dental CentreBridgwater | 11.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (67 reviews) |
| Cornhill Dental PracticeBridgwater | 11.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (62 reviews) |
| Taunton Road Dental PracticeBridgwater | 11.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (5 reviews) |
| Yeovil Dental Access CentreYeovil | 12.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 7.1 miles north-east; the next are Bridgwater (11.3 miles west) and Yeovil (12.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 7.1 miles north-east |
| Bridgwater | 4 | 11.3 miles west |
| Yeovil | 3 | 12.6 miles south |
| Taunton | 5 | 15.9 miles south-west |
| Henlade | 1 | 16.0 miles south-west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 16.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Street
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Confident Orthodontics in Taunton (4.9 from 247 reviews), 15.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Confident OrthodonticsTaunton | 4.9 (247 reviews) | 15.9 miles south-west |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 19.9 miles north-east |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 19.9 miles east |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 12,911 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,247 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 27.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,325 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Somerset | 560th closest to an orthodontic practice of 854 places in the county (the county median is 5.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Somerset |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Crispin School Academy — 0.8 miles St Dunstan's School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,507 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — 7 miles East Quay Medical Centre, Bridgwater — 11 miles Yeovil Dental Access Centre, Yeovil — 13 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 25 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | The Bow Dental Centre — 7 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 Street
From Street the nearest practice is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.1 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 are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Confident Orthodontics (15.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Street list clear aligners, the nearest 7.1 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 Street are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 7.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Street to Somerset Orthodontist 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 180 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 17.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Street
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Street, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Street itself or elsewhere in Somerset. Street — a market town with a population of around 12,911 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local orthodontic signals in Street
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Street itself. The nearest we do hold are Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7 miles away; East Quay Medical Centre in Bridgwater, about 11 miles away; and Yeovil Dental Access Centre, about 13 miles away.
The local picture in Street
Street is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.5% of the 1,247 residents in Street's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. People in Street usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. Regionally, 20.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Street attend schools such as Crispin School Academy (0.8 miles) and St Dunstan's School (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 303 schools and 79,343 pupils in Street's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Street sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Street is about 24 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol.
Where Street sits locally
Street is home to around 12,911 people, classing it as a market town within Somerset. Middle Leigh is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Street.
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You can continue browsing related location pages including Middle Leigh, Overleigh, Marshall's Elm, Asney, Northover, and Butleigh Wootton if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Street
Patients in Street have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Street
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Street — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Street
Starting orthodontic treatment in Street can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Street
No orthodontic practice covers Street directly, though The Bow Dental Centre (about 7 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. By ONS classification, Street falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. Street sits within NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,247 residents in the neighbourhood around Street, 9.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Somerset. Street has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 20.2% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Street are served by secondary schools including Crispin School Academy (0.8 miles) and St Dunstan's School (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 303 schools and 79,343 pupils across Street's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Street is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Street is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 24 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Street
This part of the page places Street, Somerset in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Middle Leigh, Overleigh, Marshall's Elm, Asney, Northover, and Butleigh Wootton may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Street is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Priory Dental (7.1 miles) and Rock House Dental Practice (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Street?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Street, 3 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Mendip, 7.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Street?
The nearest practice to Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 7.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (7.1 miles) and East Quay Medical Centre (11.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Street, Somerset?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Street, Somerset?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.