Orthodontic practices near BA5
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of BA5, 3 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 0.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
| Priory DentalMendip | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (94 reviews) |
| Grants House DentistryFrome | 14.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 14.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (198 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 14.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Southwest Dental LaboratoryFrome | 14.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant CentreWeston-super-Mare | 15.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (135 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BA5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mendip, 0.5 miles south-east; the next are Frome (14.6 miles east) and Weston-super-Mare (15.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mendip | 3 | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Frome | 4 | 14.6 miles east |
| Weston-super-Mare | 1 | 15.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BA5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Welshmill Dental Practice in Frome (4.9 from 198 reviews), 14.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welshmill Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (198 reviews) | 14.7 miles east |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 14.8 miles east |
| Rock House Dental PracticeMendip | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Priory DentalMendip | 4.9 (94 reviews) | 0.5 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 BA5
The nearest practice to BA5 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 3 of the practices around BA5 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 BA5 are commissioned by NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
BA5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Somerset |
| NHS dental services | NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,066 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 517 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blue School — 0.1 miles St Dunstan's School — 4.9 miles Whitstone — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,362 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 303 schools, 79,343 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Somerset Orthodontist, Mendip — under a mile Grants House Dentistry, Frome — 15 miles Dentist Weston - Worle Dental and Implant Centre, Weston-super-Mare — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BA6, BA16, BA4, BS27, BS40, TA11, BS28, BS39 |
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 BA5
Patients in the BA5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BA5 is Wells.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BA5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BA5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BA5 is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Priory Dental (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BA5?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of BA5, 3 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BA5?
The nearest practice to BA5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Somerset Orthodontist in Mendip, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Priory Dental (0.5 miles) and Portway Dental Practice (14.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the BA5 postcode district?
Places in or next to BA5 include Wells, Haybridge, St Andrew, Wookey Hole, Walcombe, Lower Milton, Upper Milton and Dulcote.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BA5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Wells, Somerset, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.