Orthodontic practices near SN5
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of SN5, 14 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Dentalcare West Swindon, 0.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentalcare West SwindonSwindon | 0.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (135 reviews) |
| Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic ChippenhamLydiard Millicent | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
| Swindon OrthodonticsSwindon | 1.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (116 reviews) |
| REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESwindon | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dentalcare SwindonSwindon | 2.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (192 reviews) |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - CheltenhamBroad Blunsdon | 2.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (20 reviews) |
| Ebenezer House Dental CareSwindon | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 5.0 (56 reviews) |
| Clyde House Dental PracticeSwindon | 2.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (55 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SN5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swindon, 0.8 miles south-east; the next are Lydiard Millicent (1.1 miles south) and Broad Blunsdon (2.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swindon | 6 | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Lydiard Millicent | 1 | 1.1 miles south |
| Broad Blunsdon | 1 | 2.6 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SN5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ebenezer House Dental Care in Swindon (5.0 from 56 reviews), 2.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ebenezer House Dental CareSwindon | 5.0 (56 reviews) | 2.7 miles east |
| Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - CheltenhamBroad Blunsdon | 5.0 (20 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Swindon OrthodonticsSwindon | 4.9 (116 reviews) | 1.9 miles east |
| Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic ChippenhamLydiard Millicent | 4.8 (299 reviews) | 1.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SN5
The nearest practice to SN5 is Dentalcare West Swindon, 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 27.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Swindon Orthodontics (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentalcare West Swindon (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SN5 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 SN5 are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentalcare West Swindon, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 33 miles away.
SN5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swindon |
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,928 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 35.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,490 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lydiard Park Academy — 0.7 miles Nova Hreod Academy — 1.6 miles Bradon Forest School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 10,354 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 90 schools, 37,256 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 15% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dentalcare West Swindon, Swindon — under a mile Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham, Lydiard Millicent — 1 miles Confident Dental & Implant Clinic - Cheltenham, Broad Blunsdon — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 27 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SN38, SN4, SN25, SN1, SN2, SN26, SN3, SN6 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the SN5 area
People searching from SN5 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SN5 is Ramleaze.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SN5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SN5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SN5 is Dentalcare West Swindon, about 0.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham (1.1 miles) and Swindon Orthodontics (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SN5?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of SN5, 14 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SN5?
The nearest practice to SN5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentalcare West Swindon, about 0.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic Chippenham (1.1 miles) and REHMAN SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the SN5 postcode district?
Places in or next to SN5 include Ramleaze, Freshbrook, The Prinnels, Middleleaze, Hillmead, Rivermead, Wild Duck Mead and Eastleaze.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SN5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Ramleaze, Borough of Swindon, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
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.