Orthodontic practices near SO23
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of SO23, 18 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Dental & Implant ClinicWinchester | 0.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (138 reviews) |
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (338 reviews) |
| St Paul’s SurgeryWinchester | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (213 reviews) |
| St Cuthbert's Dental SurgeryWinchester | 0.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (211 reviews) |
| The Arbour Dental PracticeWinchester | 0.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (14 reviews) |
| St James & Chesil Dental PracticeWinchester | 0.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (106 reviews) |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 1.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (101 reviews) |
| Oliver's Battery Dental SurgeryWinchester | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (169 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SO23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-west |
| St Cuthbert's Dental SurgeryWinchester | 4.9 (211 reviews) | 0.6 miles south-west |
| City Bridge Dental & Implant ClinicWinchester | 4.9 (138 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SO23
The nearest practice to SO23 is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, 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 18 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: GG Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around SO23 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 SO23 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is GG Orthodontics in Winchester, under a mile away.
SO23 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Winchester |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,588 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.8% aged 16 to 24 and 35.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,266 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Westgate School — 0.9 miles Henry Beaufort School — 1.3 miles Kings' School — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 4,365 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic, Winchester — under a mile OMU, Owslebury — 5 miles Fryern Dental Practice, Eastleigh — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SO21, SO25, SO22, SO50, SO53, SO97, SO30, SO18 |
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 SO23
Patients in the SO23 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SO23 is Abbotts Barton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SO23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SO23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SO23 is City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic in Winchester, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are GG Orthodontics (0.5 miles) and St Paul’s Surgery (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SO23?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of SO23, 18 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SO23?
The nearest practice to SO23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is GG Orthodontics in Winchester, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include St James & Chesil Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Winchester Orthodontic Practice (1.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the SO23 postcode district?
Places in or next to SO23 include Abbotts Barton, The Soke, Wharf Hill, Winchester, St Giles's Hill, Bar End, Fairdown and Headbourne Worthy.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SO23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Abbotts Barton, Hampshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SO23?
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.