Orthodontic practices near GL51
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of GL51, 23 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, 0.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (319 reviews) |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| Cheltenham OrthodonticsCheltenham | 0.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (19 reviews) |
| Ellie LedgerCheltenham | 1.2 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| The Orthodontic Practice & Consulting RoomsCheltenham | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICECheltenham | 1.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ormond Terrace DentalCheltenham | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL51
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheltenham Endodontics (5.0 from 76 reviews), 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 4.8 (319 reviews) | 0.8 miles east |
| Ormond Terrace DentalCheltenham | 4.8 (166 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 4.8 (53 reviews) | 0.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL51
GL51 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 42.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around GL51 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around GL51 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 37 miles away.
GL51 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cheltenham |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,820 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 35.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,002 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pate's Grammar School — 0.6 miles Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.9 miles All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 7,146 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care, Cheltenham — under a mile Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve, Bishops Cleeve — 4 miles Affinity Dental Care & Implant Centre, Gloucester — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 42 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL50, GL53, GL52, GL3, GL20, GL4, GL1, GL2 |
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 GL51
A typical orthodontic search around GL51 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 GL51 is Rowanfield.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL51
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL51?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL51 is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, about 0.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Illume 360 Dental Care (0.9 miles) and Cheltenham Orthodontics (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL51?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of GL51, 23 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL51?
The nearest practice to GL51 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, about 0.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Illume 360 Dental Care (0.9 miles) and ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL51 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL51 include Rowanfield, Alstone, Bournside, Hester's Way, Springbank, Fiddler's Green, Overton Park and Hatherley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL51 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Rowanfield, Gloucestershire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near GL51?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.