Orthodontic practices near SK1
On our practice register: 29 practices within 5 miles of SK1, 85 practices within 10 and 158 practices within 20. The closest is The Mall Advanced Dental Care in Stockport, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mall Advanced Dental CareStockport | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (161 reviews) |
| 128 Dental Care | StockportStockport | 1.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (143 reviews) |
| Precision Dental ClinicBramhall | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (202 reviews) |
| Oh My SmileCheadle Heath | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (235 reviews) |
| Heaton Mersey Orthodontic CentreCheadle Heath | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| Holly House Dental PracticeStockport | 2.5 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (874 reviews) |
| SK Eight Dental & Cosmetic CentreCheadle Hulme | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Cheadle Hulme Dental and CosmeticsBramhall | 2.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,433 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SK1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stockport, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Bramhall (1.5 miles south-west) and Cheadle Heath (2.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stockport | 3 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Bramhall | 2 | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Cheadle Heath | 2 | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Cheadle Hulme | 1 | 2.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SK1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics in Bramhall (5.0 from 1,433 reviews), 2.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheadle Hulme Dental and CosmeticsBramhall | 5.0 (1,433 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
| SK Eight Dental & Cosmetic CentreCheadle Hulme | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-west |
| Holly House Dental PracticeStockport | 4.9 (874 reviews) | 2.5 miles north-east |
| Heaton Mersey Orthodontic CentreCheadle Heath | 4.9 (431 reviews) | 2.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SK1
SK1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Mall Advanced Dental Care in Stockport is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 85 practices, and within 20 there are 158.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Mall Advanced Dental Care (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Heaton Mersey Orthodontic Centre (2.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 8 of the practices around SK1 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 SK1 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Precision Dental Clinic in Bramhall, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 5 miles away.
SK1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stockport |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,412 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 40.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 45.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,566 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Stockport School — 1.2 miles St Anne's RC Voluntary Academy — 1.3 miles Stockport Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 17,243 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 134 schools, 47,409 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mall Advanced Dental Care, Stockport — under a mile Precision Dental Clinic, Bramhall — 2 miles Oh My Smile, Cheadle Heath — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 85 within 10 miles, 158 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SK3, SK5, SK4, SK7, M19, M18, M34, SK8 |
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.
Orthodontic research around SK1
Most SK1 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SK1 is Stockport.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SK1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SK1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SK1 is The Mall Advanced Dental Care in Stockport, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 128 Dental Care | Stockport (1.1 miles) and Precision Dental Clinic (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SK1?
Our register has 29 practices within 5 miles of SK1, 85 practices within 10 miles and 158 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SK1?
The nearest practice to SK1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Precision Dental Clinic in Bramhall, about 1.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Oh My Smile (2.1 miles) and Heaton Mersey Orthodontic Centre (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SK1 postcode district?
Places in or next to SK1 include Stockport, Cale Green, Shaw Heath, Portwood, Lancashire Hill, Heaviley, Edgeley and Woods Moor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SK1 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Stockport, Borough of Stockport, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.