Orthodontic practices near GL54
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of GL54; 7 practices within 10 and 35 practices within 20. The closest is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, 9.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham & Cotswold DentalCheltenham | 9.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (201 reviews) |
| Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 9.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (194 reviews) |
| Cambray DentalCheltenham | 9.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (193 reviews) |
| Oriel Villas Dental SurgeryCheltenham | 9.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (344 reviews) |
| Ormond Terrace DentalCheltenham | 9.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 9.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 10.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Ellie LedgerCheltenham | 10.2 miles west | – | – | – | – |
✓ 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 GL54
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental (5.0 from 201 reviews), 9.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham & Cotswold DentalCheltenham | 5.0 (201 reviews) | 9.0 miles west |
| Cheltenham EndodonticsCheltenham | 5.0 (76 reviews) | 9.9 miles west |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 10.0 miles west |
| Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.8 (194 reviews) | 9.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL54
The nearest practice to GL54 is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, 9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 35.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around GL54 list clear aligners, the nearest 9 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 GL54 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic in Cheltenham, 9.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from GL54 to Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental 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 230 to 470 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £210 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
GL54 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cotswold |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,913 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 20 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cotswold Academy — 3.7 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, Cheltenham — 9 miles Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cleevelands, Bishop’s Cleeve, Bishops Cleeve — 10 miles Cirencester Dental Practice, Cirencester — 14 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 35 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WR12, GL56, GL55, GL7, GL52, WR11, GL53, GL50 |
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.
Orthodontic research around GL54
Patients in the GL54 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 GL54 is Aylworth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL54
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL54?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL54 is Cheltenham & Cotswold Dental, about 9.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic (9.6 miles) and Cambray Dental (9.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL54?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of GL54, 7 practices within 10 miles and 35 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cheltenham, 9.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL54?
The nearest practice to GL54 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Pittville Lawn Dental & Implant Clinic in Cheltenham, about 9.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include Cambray Dental (9.8 miles) and Oriel Villas Dental Surgery (9.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL54 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL54 include Aylworth, Notgrove, Naunton, Guiting Power, Turkdean, Cold Aston, Salperton and Temple Guiting.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL54 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Aylworth, Gloucestershire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near GL54?
Yes, patients around Aylworth, Gloucestershire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.