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Orthodontic Treatment In The NR1 Postcode Area

The NR1 postcode area covers patients researching orthodontic treatment around Gas Hill, Norfolk. It connects postcode-level searching with braces, aligner, cost and suitability information you can use before a clinic visit. A short photo assessment gives you an early steer before committing to an appointment.

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Orthodontic practices near NR1

On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of NR1, 15 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, 0.2 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich0.2 miles south-west✓✓✓4.9 (763 reviews)
Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45)Norwich0.5 miles south-west–––4.7 (256 reviews)
ICONIC DENTNorwich0.6 miles north-west–––5.0 (59 reviews)
Palace Plain Orthodontic PracticeNorwich0.6 miles north-west––✓4.8 (214 reviews)
Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich0.7 miles south-west––✓5.0 (130 reviews)
Norfolk EndodonticsNorwich1.0 miles north-west–––4.8 (37 reviews)
Corner House DentalNorwich1.1 miles west✓–✓4.9 (632 reviews)
NR2 Dental StudioNorwich1.4 miles west✓–✓4.8 (115 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 NR1

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Norwich Dental Care, Norwich Dentist (5.0 from 130 reviews), 0.7 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich5.0 (130 reviews)0.7 miles south-west
ICONIC DENTNorwich5.0 (59 reviews)0.6 miles north-west
Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich4.9 (763 reviews)0.2 miles south-west
Corner House DentalNorwich4.9 (632 reviews)1.1 miles west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from NR1

The nearest practice to NR1 is Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 18.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around NR1 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 NR1 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, under a mile away.

NR1 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaNorwich
NHS dental servicesNHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 166.9% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents9,041 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally2.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally15.1% aged 16 to 24 and 46.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car43.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre3,544 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest secondary schoolsNotre Dame High School, Norwich — 0.5 miles
Jane Austen College — 0.7 miles
Hewett Academy — 1.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles10 schools, about 10,887 pupils (DfE)
Nearest orthodontic practicesRiverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, Norwich — under a mile
John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 2 miles
Drayton Dental Care, Costessey — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles15 within 10 miles, 18 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsNR99, NR3, NR2, NR7, NR6, NR4, NR5, NR14

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.

Braces and aligners in the NR1 area

A typical orthodontic search around NR1 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.

The nearest town page for NR1 is Gas Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR1

Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR1?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR1 is Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45) (0.5 miles) and ICONIC DENT (0.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near NR1?

Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of NR1, 15 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR1?

The nearest practice to NR1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Corner House Dental (1.1 miles) and NR2 Dental Studio (1.4 miles).

Which places are in or near the NR1 postcode district?

Places in or next to NR1 include Gas Hill, Thorpe Hamlet, Trowse Millgate, Norwich, Lakenham, Chapelfield Grove, Coslany and Old Lakenham.

How do I find an orthodontist near the NR1 postcode area?

Look first at the linked location pages for Gas Hill, Norfolk, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.

Do I need an appointment before getting advice near NR1?

Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.

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.

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