NHS Treatment in Tyburn at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of 1,678 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Castle Dental Care, Castle Vale — under a mile; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lift Greenwood — 0.8 miles Hodge Hill Girls' School — 1.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% 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 Tyburn
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Tyburn, 78 practices within 10 and 200 practices within 20. The closest is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, 0.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Dental Care, 0.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Dental CareCastle Vale | 0.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (158 reviews) |
| Walmley Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTSSutton Coldfield | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 1.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 2.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| Sutton Orthodontic CentreSutton Coldfield | 3.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (69 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tyburn with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Vale, 0.3 miles south-east; the next are Sutton Coldfield (1.4 miles north) and Washwood Heath (2.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Vale | 1 | 0.3 miles south-east |
| Sutton Coldfield | 6 | 1.4 miles north |
| Washwood Heath | 1 | 2.0 miles south |
| Acocks Green | 4 | 3.7 miles south |
| Birmingham | 2 | 4.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tyburn
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 5.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 5.3 miles south |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Browne's Dental SurgerySutton Coldfield | 4.9 (155 reviews) | 4.9 miles north |
| Walmley Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 4.8 (189 reviews) | 1.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Tyburn, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 3.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Dental Care, Castle Vale, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Tyburn are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Tyburn follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Tyburn
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Tyburn costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Tyburn
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 orthodontic waiting times in City and Borough of Birmingham vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Tyburn. Tyburn's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 26.9% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 1,678 residents in the neighbourhood around Tyburn, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tyburn is about 5 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Tyburn sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Officially, Tyburn is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. 19.7% of Tyburn's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Tyburn are Lift Greenwood (0.8 miles) and Hodge Hill Girls' School (1.4 miles). 18 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 501 schools and 210,486 pupils in Tyburn's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Tyburn has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Tyburn. The nearest recorded are Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, under a mile away; Walmley Dental Practice in Sutton Coldfield, about a mile away; and Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 2 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Tyburn?
Many patients in City and Borough of Birmingham 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Tyburn
For many families in Tyburn, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Tyburn
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Tyburn
Many patients in Tyburn are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across City and Borough of Birmingham to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Tyburn?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Tyburn is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Tyburn
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tyburn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tyburn is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Walmley Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTS (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tyburn?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Tyburn, 78 practices within 10 miles and 200 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tyburn?
The nearest practice to Tyburn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 0.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Walmley Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTS (1.5 miles).
What kind of area is Tyburn?
ONS classifies Tyburn as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers Tyburn for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near Tyburn?
Castle Bromwich, Chester Road, Walmley are within easy reach of Tyburn.
How deprived is Tyburn compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Tyburn is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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