Orthodontic practices near LE17
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of LE17; 23 practices within 10 and 99 practices within 20. The closest is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, 6.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TG's Dental Suite - Higham FerrersPailton | 6.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (375 reviews) |
| One DentalRugby | 7.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (19 reviews) |
| Caldecott Dental PracticeRugby | 7.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (56 reviews) |
| Rugby Dental Care - Ms S Rahimi & AssociatesRugby | 7.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Clifton Road Dental PracticeRugby | 7.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (52 reviews) |
| Rugby Smiles Dental ClinicRugby | 7.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (448 reviews) |
| Jones Dental & Implant ClinicRugby | 7.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (490 reviews) |
| Caldecott DentalRugby | 7.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LE17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pailton, 6.0 miles south-west; the next are Rugby (7.2 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LE17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rugby Smiles Dental Clinic (5.0 from 448 reviews), 7.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rugby Smiles Dental ClinicRugby | 5.0 (448 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-west |
| TG's Dental Suite - Higham FerrersPailton | 5.0 (375 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Jones Dental & Implant ClinicRugby | 4.8 (490 reviews) | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Clifton Road Dental PracticeRugby | 4.8 (52 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LE17
The nearest practice to LE17 is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, 6 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 23 practices, and within 20 there are 99.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers (6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around LE17 list clear aligners, the nearest 6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LE17 are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, 6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LE17 to TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers is roughly 15 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 160 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LE17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Harborough |
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,347 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 150 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lutterworth College — 1.4 miles Lutterworth High School — 1.7 miles Thomas Estley Community College — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,429 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers, Pailton — 6 miles One Dental, Rugby — 7 miles The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic, Blaby — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 99 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CV21, LE8, LE19, LE18, LE95, CV23, LE41, CV22 |
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 LE17
Most LE17 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 LE17 is Walcote.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LE17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LE17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LE17 is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, about 6.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are One Dental (7.2 miles) and Caldecott Dental Practice (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LE17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LE17, 23 practices within 10 miles and 99 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Pailton, 6.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LE17?
The nearest practice to LE17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TG's Dental Suite - Higham Ferrers in Pailton, about 6.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Caldecott Dental Practice (7.2 miles) and Rugby Dental Care - Ms S Rahimi & Associates (7.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the LE17 postcode district?
Places in or next to LE17 include Walcote, Lutterworth, Gilmorton, Bitteswell, Kimcote, Cotesbach, Ashby Parva and Swinford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LE17 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Walcote, Leicestershire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near LE17?
Yes, patients around Walcote, Leicestershire 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.