Orthodontic practices near Woodham Walter
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Woodham Walter, 23 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Directory in Witham, 4.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental DirectoryWitham | 4.8 miles north | – | – | – | 3.1 (35 reviews) |
| PURE ORTHODONTICSChelmsford | 4.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Dental Health CentreWitham | 4.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (196 reviews) |
| Chelmer Village Dental PracticeChelmsford | 4.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (77 reviews) |
| Blake DentalWitham | 4.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (438 reviews) |
| Pure Orthodontics- Specialist Orthodontist Chelmsford & Dental CareChelmsford | 4.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (428 reviews) |
| Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in WithamWitham | 5.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.7 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (120 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Woodham Walter with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Witham, 4.8 miles north; the next are Chelmsford (4.8 miles west) and Wickford (8.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witham | 4 | 4.8 miles north |
| Chelmsford | 13 | 4.8 miles west |
| Wickford | 4 | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Braintree | 3 | 9.7 miles north-west |
| Rayleigh | 2 | 9.9 miles south |
| Billericay | 4 | 10.1 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 Woodham Walter
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Billericay Dental Studio (5.0 from 190 reviews), 11.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Billericay Dental StudioBillericay | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 11.2 miles south-west |
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 5.7 miles west |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Blue Sky DentalChelmsford | 4.9 (596 reviews) | 6.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Woodham Walter at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Maldon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,604 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 56 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Essex | 470th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Plume School — 2.4 miles Lift Maltings — 4.6 miles The Sandon School — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,789 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | PURE ORTHODONTICS, Chelmsford — 5 miles Dental Directory, Witham — 5 miles Cygnet Dental Practice, Wickford — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 84 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | West Square Dental Practice — 2 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 Woodham Walter
Woodham Walter is 4.8 miles from Dental Directory in Witham, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 84.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chelmer Village Dental Practice (4.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Essex Smile Centre (9.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Woodham Walter list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Woodham Walter are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PURE ORTHODONTICS in Chelmsford, 4.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Woodham Walter
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Where Woodham Walter sits locally
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Area profile for Woodham Walter
Woodham Walter is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.3% of Woodham Walter's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Woodham Walter, 7.7% of the 1,604 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across Essex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Woodham Walter is better served than 66% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Woodham Walter are Plume School (2.4 miles) and Lift Maltings (4.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Woodham Walter sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Woodham Walter is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 32 miles away.
Practice data for Woodham Walter
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Woodham Walter. The nearest we do hold are PURE ORTHODONTICS in Chelmsford, about 5 miles away; Dental Directory in Witham, about 5 miles away; and Cygnet Dental Practice in Wickford, about 9 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Woodham Walter
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Woodham Walter
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Woodham Walter
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Woodham Walter
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Frequently Asked Questions in Woodham Walter
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woodham Walter often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woodham Walter?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woodham Walter is Dental Directory in Witham, about 4.8 miles to the north. The next closest are PURE ORTHODONTICS (4.8 miles) and The Dental Health Centre (4.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Woodham Walter?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Woodham Walter, 23 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woodham Walter?
The nearest practice to Woodham Walter that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PURE ORTHODONTICS in Chelmsford, about 4.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Chelmer Village Dental Practice (4.9 miles) and Blake Dental (4.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woodham Walter, Essex?
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 Woodham Walter, Essex?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.