Orthodontic practices near CB11
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of CB11, 5 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 1.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 1.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (285 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 9.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 9.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 9.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| DentastiqueCambridge | 12.4 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics ClinicCambridge | 12.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 12.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CB11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saffron Walden, 1.9 miles north-east; the next are Bishops Stortford (9.0 miles south) and Ford (9.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 1.9 miles north-east |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 9.0 miles south |
| Ford | 1 | 9.1 miles south |
| Cambridge | 3 | 12.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CB11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 12.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 12.8 miles north |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 9.0 miles south |
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 4.9 (285 reviews) | 1.9 miles north-east |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 9.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CB11
CB11 is 1.9 miles from The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Walden Dental Clinic (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around CB11 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CB11 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 35 miles away.
CB11 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Uttlesford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,834 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 102 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport — 0.6 miles Saffron Walden County High School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 3,022 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Walden Dental Clinic, Saffron Walden — 2 miles Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, Bishops Stortford — 9 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 40 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CB10, CM24, CM22, CM23, CB21, CB22, CM6, CM21 |
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 CB11 area
Patients in the CB11 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 CB11 is Bonhunt Water.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CB11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CB11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CB11 is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 1.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (9.0 miles) and Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (9.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CB11?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of CB11, 5 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CB11?
The nearest practice to CB11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 1.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (9.1 miles) and The Dentist (9.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the CB11 postcode district?
Places in or next to CB11 include Bonhunt Water, Wicken Bonhunt, Widdington, Purton End, Quendon, Rickling, Debden and Little Henham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CB11 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bonhunt Water, Essex, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CB11?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.