Orthodontic practices near SA5
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of SA5, 21 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SA5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (2.4 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SA5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant (4.9 from 71 reviews), 2.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 4.8 (236 reviews) | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 4.5 (64 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 4.3 (286 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA5
The nearest practice to SA5 is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 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 21 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around SA5 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 SA5 are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 35 miles away.
SA5 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swansea |
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 21.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,851 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 31.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,027 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — under a mile West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 2 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 21 within 10 miles, 25 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SA99, SA1, SA2, SA80, SA6, SA4, SA7, SA3 |
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 SA5
People searching from SA5 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 SA5 is Caer-eithin.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA5 is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Sketty Road Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and Belgrave Dental Centre (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA5?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of SA5, 21 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA5?
The nearest practice to SA5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Sketty Road Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and Russell Street Dental Clinic in Swansea (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA5 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA5 include Caer-eithin, Port Mead, Gendros, Pen-lan, Cockett, Raven Hill, Cwmbwrla and Cwmdu.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Caer-eithin, City and County of Swansea, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near SA5?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.