Orthodontic practices near PL5
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of PL5, 14 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic in Plymouth, 0.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 0.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 1.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 2.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PL5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 0.7 miles east; the next are Saltash (0.8 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PL5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash (4.9 from 768 reviews), 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 1.6 miles south |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 2.1 miles east |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL5
The nearest practice to PL5 is Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic in Plymouth, 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 14 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Nuvo Dental Plymouth (1.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around PL5 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 PL5 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 2 miles away.
PL5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Plymouth |
| NHS dental services | NHS Devon 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,447 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 32% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,528 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Marine Academy Plymouth — 0.6 miles All Saints Church of England Academy — 0.7 miles Sir John Hunt Community Sports College — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 11,915 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 39,211 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic, Plymouth — under a mile Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — under a mile Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 19 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL2, PL1, PL3, PL6, PL4, PL95, PL10, PL12 |
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 PL5
Most PL5 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for PL5 is Saint Budeaux.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL5 is Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic in Plymouth, about 0.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (0.8 miles) and Meavy Way Dental Practice (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL5?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of PL5, 14 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL5?
The nearest practice to PL5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 0.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (1.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL5 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL5 include Saint Budeaux, King's Tamerton, Ernesettle, Honicknowle, Weston Mill, Whitleigh, Pennycross and Tamerton Foliot.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Saint Budeaux, Plymouth, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near PL5 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.