Orthodontic practices near GL5
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of GL5, 17 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Dental Group StroudStroud | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.2 (64 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 0.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| Brockley House DentalStroud | 0.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (500 reviews) |
| Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional TherapyStroud | 0.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 0.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 2.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (26 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to GL5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stroud, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Stonehouse (2.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud | 5 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 2.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL5
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), 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 2.8 miles west |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 0.5 miles north |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 4.8 (38 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL5
GL5 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Imperial Dental Group Stroud is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around GL5 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 GL5 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 25 miles away.
GL5 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,893 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,157 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stroud High School — 0.7 miles Marling School — 0.8 miles Archway School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,711 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Imperial Dental Group Stroud, Stroud — under a mile HRS Dental Care, Stonehouse — 2 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 43 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL6, GL10, GL4, GL8, GL2, GL1, GL3, GL11 |
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 GL5
People searching from GL5 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 GL5 is Bagpath.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL5 is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Rowcroft Dental Centre (0.5 miles) and Brockley House Dental (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL5?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of GL5, 17 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL5?
The nearest practice to GL5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, about 0.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include HRS Dental Care (2.1 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL5 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL5 include Bagpath, Rodborough, Stroud Hill, Badbrook, Beeches Green, Kingscourt, Lightpill and Rooksmoor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Bagpath, Gloucestershire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near GL5?
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.