Orthodontic practices near CW3
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CW3; 20 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Cheshire Dental Centre in Crewe, 6.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire Dental CentreCrewe | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (53 reviews) |
| Dane Bank House Dental PracticeCrewe | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (34 reviews) |
| Baran & Hull Dentistry - NantwichNantwich | 6.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (58 reviews) |
| Allen House Dental IpswichCrewe | 6.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (506 reviews) |
| The Old Surgery Dental Practice CW15EQCrewe | 7.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (739 reviews) |
| HIGHTOWN ORTHODONTIC PRACTICECrewe | 7.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Middlewich Street Dental Practice LtdCrewe | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (177 reviews) |
| Hanover Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 7.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (237 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CW3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crewe, 6.3 miles north; the next are Nantwich (6.7 miles north-west) and Stoke-on-Trent (7.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crewe | 6 | 6.3 miles north |
| Nantwich | 1 | 6.7 miles north-west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 1 | 7.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CW3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Old Surgery Dental Practice CW15EQ in Crewe (4.9 from 739 reviews), 7.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Old Surgery Dental Practice CW15EQCrewe | 4.9 (739 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Allen House Dental IpswichCrewe | 4.8 (506 reviews) | 6.9 miles north |
| Middlewich Street Dental Practice LtdCrewe | 4.8 (177 reviews) | 7.5 miles north |
| Baran & Hull Dentistry - NantwichNantwich | 4.6 (58 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CW3
From CW3 the nearest practice is Cheshire Dental Centre in Crewe, 6.3 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 20 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dane Bank House Dental Practice (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around CW3 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CW3 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cheshire Dental Centre in Crewe, 6.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 33 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CW3 to Cheshire Dental Centre 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 160 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 3.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CW3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,188 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 | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 67 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 | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Madeley High School — 2.9 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy — 5.2 miles Shavington Academy — 5.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 779 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cheshire Dental Centre, Crewe — 6 miles Baran & Hull Dentistry - Nantwich, Nantwich — 7 miles Hanover Dental Practice, Stoke-on-Trent — 8 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 | 20 within 10 miles, 40 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CW2, CW98, CW1, TF9, CW5, CW11, ST7, 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 CW3 area
A typical orthodontic search around CW3 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 CW3 is Woore.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CW3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CW3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CW3 is Cheshire Dental Centre in Crewe, about 6.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Dane Bank House Dental Practice (6.3 miles) and Baran & Hull Dentistry - Nantwich (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CW3?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CW3, 20 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Crewe, 6.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CW3?
The nearest practice to CW3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cheshire Dental Centre in Crewe, about 6.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dane Bank House Dental Practice (6.3 miles) and Baran & Hull Dentistry - Nantwich (6.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the CW3 postcode district?
Places in or next to CW3 include Woore, Gorsey Bank, Ireland's Cross, Onneley, Pipe Gate, Bearstone, Willoughbridge and Napley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CW3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Woore, Shropshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near CW3 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.