Orthodontic practices near NR11
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of NR11; 14 practices within 20. The closest is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 11.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton Dental CareCostessey | 11.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Hellesdon Dental CareNorwich | 12.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 12.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants NorwichNorwich | 12.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,649 reviews) |
| Norfolk EndodonticsNorwich | 14.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (37 reviews) |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 14.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| Palace Plain Orthodontic PracticeNorwich | 14.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (214 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 14.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NR11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Costessey, 11.5 miles south; the next are Norwich (12.4 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NR11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is ICONIC DENT in Norwich (5.0 from 59 reviews), 14.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 14.4 miles south |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 4.9 (632 reviews) | 14.8 miles south |
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 12.7 miles south |
| Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants NorwichNorwich | 4.8 (1,649 reviews) | 12.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NR11
The nearest practice to NR11 is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 11.5 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. 14 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 6 of the practices around NR11 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NR11 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, 11.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NR11 to Drayton Dental Care is roughly 25 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 300 to 600 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £270 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NR11 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Norfolk |
| 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 | 12.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,343 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 47 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Aylsham High School — 3.2 miles North Walsham High School — 5.4 miles Cromer Academy — 5.9 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Drayton Dental Care, Costessey — 12 miles Hellesdon Dental Care, Norwich — 12 miles John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 14 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NR27, NR10, NR26, NR28, NR8, NR6, NR3, NR5 |
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 NR11
Patients in the NR11 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NR11 is Alby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR11 is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, about 11.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Hellesdon Dental Care (12.4 miles) and Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients) (12.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NR11?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NR11, 0 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Costessey, 11.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR11?
The nearest practice to NR11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Drayton Dental Care in Costessey, about 11.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants Norwich (12.8 miles) and Corner House Dental (14.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the NR11 postcode district?
Places in or next to NR11 include Alby, Alby Hill, Erpingham, Banningham, Ingworth, Calthorpe, Colby Corner and Wickmere.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NR11 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Alby, Norfolk, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.