Orthodontic practices near GL6
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of GL6, 20 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, 1.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Dental Group StroudStroud | 1.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.2 (64 reviews) |
| Brockley House DentalStroud | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (500 reviews) |
| Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional TherapyStroud | 1.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 1.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (38 reviews) |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 1.3 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (323 reviews) |
| HRS Dental CareStonehouse | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (102 reviews) |
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 3.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (303 reviews) |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 4.0 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 GL6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stroud, 1.2 miles north-west; the next are Stonehouse (3.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud | 5 | 1.2 miles north-west |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 3.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of GL6
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), 3.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 3.9 miles west |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 4.0 miles west |
| Rowcroft Dental CentreStroud | 4.9 (323 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-west |
| Nuno Bento | OsteopathStroud | 4.8 (38 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from GL6
The nearest practice to GL6 is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: HRS Dental Care (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around GL6 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around GL6 are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 26 miles away.
GL6 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 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,873 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 243 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Thomas Keble School — 1.5 miles Stroud High School — 1.9 miles Marling School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,997 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 17.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Imperial Dental Group Stroud, Stroud — 1 miles HRS Dental Care, Stonehouse — 3 miles St.James Dental, Quedgeley — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 48 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | GL5, GL8, GL10, GL4, GL3, GL2, GL1, 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.
Starting your orthodontic search in GL6
Most GL6 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for GL6 is Far Thrupp.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near GL6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to GL6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to GL6 is Imperial Dental Group Stroud, about 1.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Brockley House Dental (1.3 miles) and Inspirewell, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional Therapy (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near GL6?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of GL6, 20 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near GL6?
The nearest practice to GL6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Brockley House Dental in Stroud, about 1.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include HRS Dental Care (3.3 miles) and Optimal Dental Care (3.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the GL6 postcode district?
Places in or next to GL6 include Far Thrupp, Bowbridge, Brimscombe, Butterrow, Stroud, Stroud Hill, Bownham and Houndscroft.
How do I find an orthodontist near the GL6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Far Thrupp, Gloucestershire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.