Orthodontic practices near BA1
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of BA1, 23 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant Clinic in Bath, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 0.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (201 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Circus House Dental and Implant CentreBath | 0.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (277 reviews) |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (135 reviews) |
| Dr G EdwardsBath | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| CIRCUS ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBath | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bath Dental Clinic (5.0 from 12 reviews), 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 4.9 (135 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
| Circus DentalBath | 4.9 (63 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BA1
The nearest practice to BA1 is Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant Clinic in Bath, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around BA1 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 BA1 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Circus Dental in Bath, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 11 miles away.
BA1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bath and North East Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,904 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.7% aged 16 to 24 and 31.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,706 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Mark's CofE School — 0.6 miles Hayesfield Girls School — 1.2 miles Beechen Cliff School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,660 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 31,546 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant Clinic, Bath — under a mile BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, Bristol — 8 miles Clove House Dental & Implant Centre, Corsham — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 57 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA2, BA15, BS30, BS31, SN13, BS37, BS15, BA11 |
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.
Teeth straightening near BA1
Most BA1 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 BA1 is Charlcombe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA1 is Edgar Buildings Dental & Implant Clinic in Bath, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Circus Dental (0.5 miles) and Circus House Dental and Implant Centre (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA1?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of BA1, 23 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA1?
The nearest practice to BA1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Circus Dental in Bath, about 0.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Circus Orthodontics (0.5 miles) and Bath Dental Clinic (0.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA1 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA1 include Charlcombe, Sion Hill, Grosvenor, Bath, Lyncombe Hill, Westmoreland, Bathwick and Dolemeads.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Charlcombe, Bath and North East Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BA1?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Charlcombe, Bath and North East Somerset can start an assessment today.
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.