Orthodontic practices near DY1
On our practice register: 36 practices within 5 miles of DY1, 80 practices within 10 and 167 practices within 20. The closest is The Briars in Dudley, 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The BriarsDudley | 0.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (34 reviews) |
| North Street DentalDudley | 1.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (229 reviews) |
| Tipton Dental PracticeTipton | 1.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (53 reviews) |
| Highview Dental PracticeTipton | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (64 reviews) |
| Hakimi Dental ClinicOldbury | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (173 reviews) |
| Finesse Cosmetic DentistsBrierley Hill | 3.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
| Dental Care HerefordCradley Heath | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (1,965 reviews) |
| Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge | 3.5 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DY1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dudley, 0.5 miles south-east; the next are Tipton (1.5 miles north-east) and Oldbury (2.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dudley | 2 | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Tipton | 2 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Oldbury | 1 | 2.6 miles east |
| Brierley Hill | 1 | 3.1 miles south |
| Cradley Heath | 1 | 3.1 miles south |
| Stourbridge | 1 | 3.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DY1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic Dentist in Stourbridge (5.0 from 66 reviews), 3.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ed Young | Award-winning Invisalign® & Cosmetic DentistStourbridge | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 3.5 miles south |
| North Street DentalDudley | 4.9 (229 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Finesse Cosmetic DentistsBrierley Hill | 4.8 (70 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
| Hakimi Dental ClinicOldbury | 4.6 (173 reviews) | 2.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DY1
DY1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Briars in Dudley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 80 practices, and within 20 there are 167.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Tipton Dental Practice (1.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around DY1 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 DY1 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tipton Dental Practice, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 9 miles away.
DY1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dudley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 33.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,074 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.3% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,757 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop Milner Catholic College — 0.3 miles St James Academy — 0.4 miles Pegasus Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 11,523 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 114 schools, 48,386 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Briars, Dudley — under a mile Tipton Dental Practice, Tipton — 2 miles Hakimi Dental Clinic, Oldbury — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 80 within 10 miles, 167 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DY2, DY3, DY4, WV14, DY5, B64, WV2, B65 |
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.
Teeth straightening near DY1
People searching from DY1 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DY1 is Wren's Nest.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DY1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DY1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DY1 is The Briars in Dudley, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are North Street Dental (1.0 miles) and Tipton Dental Practice (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DY1?
Our register has 36 practices within 5 miles of DY1, 80 practices within 10 miles and 167 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DY1?
The nearest practice to DY1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tipton Dental Practice, about 1.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Highview Dental Practice (1.9 miles) and Hakimi Dental Clinic (2.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the DY1 postcode district?
Places in or next to DY1 include Wren's Nest, Eve Hill, New Dock, Priory, Old Dock, Dibdale, Parkes Hall and London Fields.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DY1 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Wren's Nest, Dudley, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near DY1?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.