Orthodontic practices near IP27
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of IP27; 10 practices within 20. The closest is Anglia Orthodontics in Ely, 12.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglia OrthodonticsEly | 12.9 miles west | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Ely SmilesEly | 13.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (15 reviews) |
| Idh GroupBury St Edmunds | 13.7 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| M L B DentistaBury St Edmunds | 13.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (301 reviews) |
| Sycamore House Dental PracticeBury St Edmunds | 13.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (90 reviews) |
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 13.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (13 reviews) |
| Guildhall DentalBury St Edmunds | 14.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,193 reviews) |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 14.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to IP27 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ely, 12.9 miles west; the next are Bury St Edmunds (13.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ely | 2 | 12.9 miles west |
| Bury St Edmunds | 6 | 13.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of IP27
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stewart House Orthodontics in Bury St Edmunds (5.0 from 13 reviews), 13.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stewart House OrthodonticsBury St Edmunds | 5.0 (13 reviews) | 13.9 miles south-east |
| Cathedral DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Ely SmilesEly | 4.9 (15 reviews) | 13.5 miles west |
| Guildhall DentalBury St Edmunds | 4.8 (1,193 reviews) | 14.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from IP27
The nearest practice to IP27 is Anglia Orthodontics in Ely, 12.9 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. 10 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Cathedral Dental (14 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around IP27 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.5 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 IP27 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stewart House Orthodontics in Bury St Edmunds, 13.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from IP27 to Anglia Orthodontics is roughly 30 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 340 to 670 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £300 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
IP27 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Breckland |
| NHS dental services | NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,599 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 52 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Breckland School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 615 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Anglia Orthodontics, Ely — 13 miles Idh Group, Bury St Edmunds — 14 miles Baxter's Family Dental, Newmarket — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 10 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IP26, IP28, IP24, IP32, IP33, PE37, PE33, CB8 |
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 IP27
Most IP27 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 IP27 is Fengate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near IP27
Where is the nearest orthodontist to IP27?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to IP27 is Anglia Orthodontics in Ely, about 12.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Ely Smiles (13.5 miles) and Idh Group (13.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near IP27?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of IP27, 0 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ely, 12.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near IP27?
The nearest practice to IP27 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stewart House Orthodontics in Bury St Edmunds, about 13.9 miles to the south-east.
Which places are in or near the IP27 postcode district?
Places in or next to IP27 include Fengate, Weeting, Hockwold cum Wilton, Little Eriswell, Lakenheath, Eriswell, Feltwell and Santon Downham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the IP27 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Fengate, Norfolk, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near IP27?
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.