Orthodontic practices near CW12
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of CW12, 25 practices within 10 and 94 practices within 20. The closest is Congleton Dental Centre Ltd, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congleton Dental Centre LtdCongleton | 0.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Madeleine StoreyCongleton | 0.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Dr John ScholeyCongleton | 0.3 miles south | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral CentreCongleton | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (715 reviews) |
| Horizons Dental PracticeBiddulph | 3.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (62 reviews) |
| Synergy Dental CareKidsgrove | 4.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (149 reviews) |
| Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-TrentKidsgrove | 5.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (193 reviews) |
| Lawton Dental Care - Alsager DentistAlsager | 6.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (112 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CW12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Congleton, 0.2 miles south; the next are Biddulph (3.8 miles south-east) and Kidsgrove (4.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Congleton | 4 | 0.2 miles south |
| Biddulph | 1 | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Kidsgrove | 2 | 4.1 miles south |
| Alsager | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CW12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral Centre in Congleton (4.9 from 715 reviews), 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral CentreCongleton | 4.9 (715 reviews) | 0.3 miles south |
| Synergy Dental CareKidsgrove | 4.9 (149 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
| Lawton Dental Care - Alsager DentistAlsager | 4.9 (112 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-TrentKidsgrove | 4.7 (193 reviews) | 5.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CW12
CW12 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Congleton Dental Centre Ltd is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 94.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral Centre (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Synergy Dental Care (4.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around CW12 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 CW12 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Congleton Dental Centre Ltd, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 21 miles away.
CW12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cheshire East |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,550 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 | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 31.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,557 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Eaton Bank Academy — 0.7 miles Congleton High School — 1.3 miles Woodhouse Academy — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,236 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 175 schools, 60,416 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Congleton Dental Centre Ltd, Congleton — under a mile Horizons Dental Practice, Biddulph — 4 miles Synergy Dental Care, Kidsgrove — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 94 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST8, ST7, SK11, ST6, SK10, ST1, CW4, ST5 |
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 CW12 area
Patients in the CW12 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CW12 is Congleton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CW12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CW12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CW12 is Congleton Dental Centre Ltd, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Dr Madeleine Storey (0.3 miles) and Dr John Scholey (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CW12?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of CW12, 25 practices within 10 miles and 94 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CW12?
The nearest practice to CW12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Congleton Dental Centre Ltd, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral Centre (0.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the CW12 postcode district?
Places in or next to CW12 include Congleton, Astbury Marsh, Hulme Walfield, Astbury, Buglawton, Wornish Nook, Congleton Edge and Rodeheath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CW12 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Congleton, Cheshire East, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CW12?
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.