Orthodontic practices near B49
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of B49; 11 practices within 10 and 114 practices within 20. The closest is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 5.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 5.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| Headless Cross Dental PracticeRedditch | 6.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (52 reviews) |
| Stratford Dental CentreStratford-upon-Avon | 6.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (605 reviews) |
| Evesham Place DentalStratford-upon-Avon | 6.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (587 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics LtdRedditch | 6.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (18 reviews) |
| Tooth Club - GuildfordStratford-upon-Avon | 6.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 6.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (865 reviews) |
| PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch | 7.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to B49 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Astwood Bank, 5.4 miles north-west; the next are Redditch (6.1 miles north-west) and Stratford-upon-Avon (6.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 5.4 miles north-west |
| Redditch | 3 | 6.1 miles north-west |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 4 | 6.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of B49
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stratford Orthodontics in Stratford-upon-Avon (5.0 from 865 reviews), 6.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (865 reviews) | 6.9 miles east |
| Evesham Place DentalStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (587 reviews) | 6.8 miles east |
| Stratford Dental CentreStratford-upon-Avon | 4.9 (605 reviews) | 6.4 miles east |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from B49
From B49 the nearest practice is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 5.4 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 11 practices, and within 20 there are 114.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Evesham Place Dental (6.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around B49 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 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 B49 are commissioned by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 18 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from B49 to Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
B49 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stratford-on-Avon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,268 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 235 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Benedict's Catholic High School — 0.1 miles Alcester Grammar School — 0.3 miles Alcester Academy — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,390 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 5 miles Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch — 6 miles Stratford Dental Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 114 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | B50, B80, B98, B96, B95, B97, WR11, B94 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the B49 area
Most B49 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for B49 is Alcester.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near B49
Where is the nearest orthodontist to B49?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to B49 is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 5.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Headless Cross Dental Practice (6.1 miles) and Stratford Dental Centre (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near B49?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of B49, 11 practices within 10 miles and 114 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Astwood Bank, 5.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near B49?
The nearest practice to B49 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 5.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Stratford Orthodontics (6.9 miles) and PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS (7.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the B49 postcode district?
Places in or next to B49 include Alcester, Oversley Green, Kinwarton, Coughton, Wixford, Alne End, Broom and Great Alne.
How do I find an orthodontist near the B49 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Alcester, Warwickshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near B49?
Yes, patients around Alcester, Warwickshire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.