Orthodontic practices near B17
On our practice register: 35 practices within 5 miles of B17, 106 practices within 10 and 175 practices within 20. The closest is Harborne Dental Practice in Bartley Green, 0.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harborne Dental PracticeBartley Green | 0.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (311 reviews) |
| BPI DentalBartley Green | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (536 reviews) |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MR P L MASON - ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Central OrthodonticsSmethwick | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.5 (100 reviews) |
| SIGNATURE ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 1.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Edgbaston Dental CentreBirmingham | 2.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (632 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bartley Green, 0.4 miles north; the next are Smethwick (0.6 miles east) and Birmingham (1.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bartley Green | 2 | 0.4 miles north |
| Smethwick | 2 | 0.6 miles east |
| Birmingham | 4 | 1.2 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 B17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Signature Orthodontics in Smethwick (4.9 from 357 reviews), 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| BPI DentalBartley Green | 4.8 (536 reviews) | 0.4 miles west |
| Harborne Dental PracticeBartley Green | 4.8 (311 reviews) | 0.4 miles north |
| Edgbaston Dental CentreBirmingham | 4.5 (632 reviews) | 2.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B17
B17 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Harborne Dental Practice in Bartley Green is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 106 practices, and within 20 there are 175.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Harborne Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around B17 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around B17 are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 3 miles away.
B17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Birmingham |
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,061 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 38.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,100 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Edward VI Lordswood School for Girls — 0.6 miles Lordswood Boys' School — 0.8 miles Harborne Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 26 schools, about 23,325 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 501 schools, 210,486 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.9% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Harborne Dental Practice, Bartley Green — under a mile Signature Orthodontics, Smethwick — under a mile EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS, Birmingham — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 106 within 10 miles, 175 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B29, B16, B67, B66, B15, B32, B18, B68 |
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.
Orthodontic research around B17
A typical orthodontic search around B17 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for B17 is Harborne.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B17 is Harborne Dental Practice in Bartley Green, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are BPI Dental (0.4 miles) and Signature Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B17?
Our register has 35 practices within 5 miles of B17, 106 practices within 10 miles and 175 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B17?
The nearest practice to B17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BPI Dental in Bartley Green, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Signature Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and EDGBASTON ORTHODONTICS (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the B17 postcode district?
Places in or next to B17 include Harborne, Lodge Hill, Weoley Castle, Rotton Park, Selly Oak, Cape Hill, Smethwick and Griffin's Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B17 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Harborne, City and Borough of Birmingham, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near B17?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.