Orthodontic practices near NR34
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of NR34; 4 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, 7.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINICLowestoft | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Regent Road Orthodontic PracticeLowestoft | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (104 reviews) |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 7.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (41 reviews) |
| The Hopton Dental PracticeHopton | 9.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (53 reviews) |
| I Want To Be A DentistGreat Yarmouth | 13.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| The Park SurgeryGreat Yarmouth | 13.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (72 reviews) |
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 16.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 17.3 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NR34 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lowestoft, 7.6 miles east; the next are Hopton (9.1 miles north-east) and Great Yarmouth (13.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft | 3 | 7.6 miles east |
| Hopton | 1 | 9.1 miles north-east |
| Great Yarmouth | 2 | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Postwick | 1 | 16.3 miles north-west |
| Norwich | 1 | 17.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NR34
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), 17.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Dental Care, Norwich DentistNorwich | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-west |
| Faces & Smiles - Gt YarmouthLowestoft | 5.0 (41 reviews) | 7.9 miles north-east |
| John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - CaisterPostwick | 4.9 (274 reviews) | 16.3 miles north-west |
| Regent Road Orthodontic PracticeLowestoft | 4.9 (104 reviews) | 7.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NR34
From NR34 the nearest practice is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, 7.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 19.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (7.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Hopton Dental Practice (9.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around NR34 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.6 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 NR34 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, 7.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NR34 to REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC 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 12.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NR34 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Suffolk |
| 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 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,002 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.6% 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 | 20.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beccles High School — 0.9 miles Sir John Leman High School — 1.4 miles Bungay High School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,586 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC, Lowestoft — 8 miles The Hopton Dental Practice, Hopton — 9 miles I Want To Be A Dentist, Great Yarmouth — 13 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 19 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | IP19, NR33, IP18, NR35, NR32, NR31, IP17, NR13 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in NR34
People searching from NR34 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 NR34 is Ellough.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR34
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR34?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR34 is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, about 7.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Regent Road Orthodontic Practice (7.6 miles) and Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (7.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NR34?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NR34, 4 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lowestoft, 7.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR34?
The nearest practice to NR34 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is REGENT ROAD ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in Lowestoft, about 7.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Regent Road Orthodontic Practice (7.6 miles) and Faces & Smiles - Gt Yarmouth (7.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the NR34 postcode district?
Places in or next to NR34 include Ellough, Worlingham, Beccles, Sotterley, Ringsfield, Ringsfield Common, Ringsfield Corner and Hulver Street.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NR34 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Ellough, Suffolk, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near NR34 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.