Orthodontic practices near PO31
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of PO31, 18 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, 4.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isle of Wight Dental ClinicHavenstreet | 4.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (97 reviews) |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Wight ClinicRyde | 6.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (393 reviews) |
| Smiles of Wight - Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRyde | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| ISLE OF WIGHT ORTHODONTICSRyde | 6.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Twenty Dental CareGosport | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (151 reviews) |
| Stoke Road Dental PracticeGosport | 7.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (107 reviews) |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 8.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PO31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Havenstreet, 4.0 miles south-east; the next are Lee-on-the-Solent (5.9 miles north-east) and Ryde (6.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Havenstreet | 1 | 4.0 miles south-east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Ryde | 3 | 6.6 miles east |
| Gosport | 3 | 7.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PO31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wight Clinic in Ryde (5.0 from 393 reviews), 6.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wight ClinicRyde | 5.0 (393 reviews) | 6.6 miles east |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 4.9 (147 reviews) | 8.4 miles east |
| Stoke Road Dental PracticeGosport | 4.9 (107 reviews) | 7.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PO31
The nearest practice to PO31 is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, 4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Isle of Wight Dental Clinic (4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around PO31 list clear aligners, the nearest 4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PO31 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, 5.9 miles away.
PO31 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Wight |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,925 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 | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 29.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,507 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy — 0.5 miles Medina College — 3.2 miles Carisbrooke College — 4.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,156 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 50 schools, 16,601 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Isle of Wight Dental Clinic, Havenstreet — 4 miles David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre, Lee-on-the-Solent — 6 miles Wight Clinic, Ryde — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 52 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PO32, PO30, SO31, PO14, SO45, PO15, PO13, PO33 |
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 PO31
Most PO31 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 PO31 is Cowes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PO31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PO31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PO31 is Isle of Wight Dental Clinic in Havenstreet, about 4.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (5.9 miles) and Wight Clinic (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PO31?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of PO31, 18 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PO31?
The nearest practice to PO31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Smiles of Wight - Specialist Orthodontic Practice (6.8 miles) and ISLE OF WIGHT ORTHODONTICS (6.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the PO31 postcode district?
Places in or next to PO31 include Cowes, Gurnard, Calving Close Copse, East Cowes, Rew Street, Pallancegate, Kingston Copse and Noke Common.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PO31 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Cowes, Isle of Wight, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near PO31?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Cowes, Isle of Wight can start an assessment today.
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.