Orthodontic practices near GL13
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of GL13; 4 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, 8.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 8.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 8.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 9.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (151 reviews) |
| Ridge DentalChipping Sodbury | 10.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (140 reviews) |
| Yate Dental SurgeryChipping Sodbury | 10.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (28 reviews) |
| Frampton Dental SurgeryIron Acton | 11.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (44 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 11.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to GL13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stonehouse, 8.5 miles north-east; the next are Chepstow (9.8 miles west) and Chipping Sodbury (10.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehouse | 3 | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Chepstow | 1 | 9.8 miles west |
| Chipping Sodbury | 2 | 10.6 miles south |
| Iron Acton | 1 | 11.0 miles south |
| Stroud | 1 | 11.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL13
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 8.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-east |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL13
From GL13 the nearest practice is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, 8.5 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 4 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (8.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around GL13 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around GL13 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, 8.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from GL13 to Optimal Dental Care is roughly 20 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 220 to 440 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
GL13 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stroud |
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,949 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 84 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | SGS Berkeley Green UTC — 1.7 miles The Dean Academy — 3.9 miles Rednock School — 4.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 391 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Optimal Dental Care, Stonehouse — 8 miles Smile Solution Chepstow, Chepstow — 10 miles Ridge Dental, Chipping Sodbury — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL12, GL15, GL11, GL14, BS35, BS37, BS36, GL17 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in GL13
A typical orthodontic search around GL13 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for GL13 is Berkeley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL13 is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 8.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (8.7 miles) and HRS Dental Care (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL13?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of GL13, 4 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stonehouse, 8.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL13?
The nearest practice to GL13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse, about 8.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse Gloucestershire (8.7 miles) and HRS Dental Care (8.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL13 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL13 include Berkeley, Oakhunger, Mobley, Abwell, Wanswell, Brookend, Berkeley Heath and Willis Elm.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL13 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Berkeley, Gloucestershire, 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 GL13?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.