Orthodontic practices near NR6
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of NR6, 15 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients) in Norwich, 0.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 0.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Hellesdon Dental CareNorwich | 0.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
| Norfolk EndodonticsNorwich | 1.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (37 reviews) |
| Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants NorwichNorwich | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,649 reviews) |
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 2.1 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| Palace Plain Orthodontic PracticeNorwich | 2.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (214 reviews) |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 2.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (632 reviews) |
| Drayton Dental CareCostessey | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NR6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Norwich, 0.9 miles east; the next are Costessey (2.6 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 NR6
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), 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ICONIC DENTNorwich | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Corner House DentalNorwich | 4.9 (632 reviews) | 2.4 miles south |
| Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients)Norwich | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 0.9 miles east |
| Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants NorwichNorwich | 4.8 (1,649 reviews) | 1.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NR6
NR6 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients) in Norwich is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 6 of the practices around NR6 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 NR6 are commissioned by NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants Norwich, 1.8 miles away.
NR6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Broadland |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,800 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 36.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,548 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hellesdon High School — 1.0 miles Sewell Park Academy — 1.3 miles Sprowston Community Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 9,371 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients), Norwich — under a mile Drayton Dental Care, Costessey — 3 miles John G. Plummer & Associates Dental Surgeons - Caister, Postwick — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 17 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NR3, NR2, NR1, NR99, NR5, NR4, NR7, NR8 |
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 NR6
Most NR6 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 NR6 is Mile Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NR6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NR6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NR6 is Little House Dental Practice (accepting new patients) in Norwich, about 0.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Hellesdon Dental Care (0.9 miles) and Norfolk Endodontics (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NR6?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of NR6, 15 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NR6?
The nearest practice to NR6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Friends Dental - Private Dentists in Norwich | Accepting New Patients | Composite Bonding | Invisalign | Implants Norwich, about 1.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Corner House Dental (2.4 miles) and Drayton Dental Care (2.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the NR6 postcode district?
Places in or next to NR6 include Mile Cross, Upper Hellesdon, New Catton, Horsham St Faith, George Hill, Old Catton, Hellesdon and New Sprowston.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NR6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Mile Cross, Norfolk, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near NR6?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Mile Cross, Norfolk, subject to clinical suitability.
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.