Orthodontic practices near BA3
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BA3; 22 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 7.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 7.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 7.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 7.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 7.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 8.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (167 reviews) |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 8.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 8.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Frome, 7.4 miles east; the next are Mendip (8.6 miles south-west) and Bath (8.7 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 BA3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aquae Sulis Dental in Bath (5.0 from 167 reviews), 8.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aquae Sulis DentalBath | 5.0 (167 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
| The Dental Implant ClinicBath | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 7.4 miles east |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BA3
From BA3 the nearest practice is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, 7.4 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 22 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around BA3 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 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 BA3 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, 7.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 14 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BA3 to Grants House Dentistry is roughly 15 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 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BA3 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% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,834 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 461 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norton Hill Academy — 0.6 miles Somervale Secondary School — 0.9 miles Writhlington School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,584 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 | Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 7 miles Rock House Dental Practice, Mendip — 9 miles Aquae Sulis Dental, Bath — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BS39, BA4, BA2, BS31, BA11, BA10, BS14, BA1 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in BA3
Most BA3 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 BA3 is Norton Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA3 is Grants House Dentistry in Frome, about 7.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Welshmill Dental Practice (7.4 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (7.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA3?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BA3, 22 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA3?
The nearest practice to BA3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 7.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Somerset Orthodontist (8.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA3 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA3 include Norton Hill, Killing's Knap, Providence Place, Wheeler's Hill, Hayes Park, Midsomer Norton, Thicket Mead and Holcombe.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Norton Hill, Bath and North East Somerset, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BA3?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.