Orthodontic practices near NR16
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of NR16; 1 practice within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 7.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich OrthodonticsAshwellthorpe | 7.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Newmarket Road Dental ClinicNorwich | 12.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (436 reviews) |
| NR2 Dental StudioNorwich | 13.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (115 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 14.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 14.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Viva Dental Norwich.( same day emergencies £45)Norwich | 14.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (256 reviews) |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 14.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (763 reviews) |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 15.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NR16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashwellthorpe, 7.7 miles north-east; the next are Norwich (12.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashwellthorpe | 1 | 7.7 miles north-east |
| Norwich | 7 | 12.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NR16
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), 14.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 15.1 miles north-east |
| Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist NorwichNorwich | 4.9 (763 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 4.9 (632 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NR16
The nearest practice to NR16 is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, 7.7 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 15.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Riverside Dental Practice, Dentist Norwich (14.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around NR16 list clear aligners, the nearest 12.9 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 NR16 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Newmarket Road Dental Clinic in Norwich, 12.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NR16 to Norwich Orthodontics 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 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NR16 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 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,992 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 58 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Old Buckenham High School — 0.9 miles Attleborough Academy — 3.5 miles Wymondham College — 4.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 501 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Norwich Orthodontics, Ashwellthorpe — 8 miles Newmarket Road Dental Clinic, Norwich — 13 miles Drayton Dental Care, Costessey — 16 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 15 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NR17, IP22, IP98, NR18, NR9, IP23, IP21, NR15 |
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.
Orthodontic research around NR16
Most NR16 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 NR16 is Ragmere.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR16 is Norwich Orthodontics in Ashwellthorpe, about 7.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Newmarket Road Dental Clinic (12.9 miles) and NR2 Dental Studio (13.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NR16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NR16, 1 practice within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ashwellthorpe, 7.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR16?
The nearest practice to NR16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Newmarket Road Dental Clinic in Norwich, about 12.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include NR2 Dental Studio (13.9 miles) and Corner House Dental (14.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the NR16 postcode district?
Places in or next to NR16 include Ragmere, Cake Street, Old Buckenham, Dam Brigg, New Buckenham, Banham, Puddledock and Stacksford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NR16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ragmere, Norfolk, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near NR16?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.