Orthodontic practices near SO31
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of SO31, 32 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Smilemakers in Bursledon, 1.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmilemakersBursledon | 1.9 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (379 reviews) |
| Octagon Dental CentreSouthampton | 3.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (58 reviews) |
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 4.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (304 reviews) |
| Dentistry @ Oceana BoulevardSouthampton | 4.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| Bedford Place DentistSouthampton | 5.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 5.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SO31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bursledon, 1.9 miles north-west; the next are Southampton (3.8 miles north-west) and Fareham (5.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bursledon | 1 | 1.9 miles north-west |
| Southampton | 6 | 3.8 miles north-west |
| Fareham | 1 | 5.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SO31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Portland Street Dental Care in Southampton (5.0 from 82 reviews), 5.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Street Dental CareSouthampton | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 5.1 miles north-west |
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 5.5 miles east |
| Ferry Dental CentreSouthampton | 4.9 (304 reviews) | 4.5 miles north-west |
| Hampshire DentistsSouthampton | 4.9 (293 reviews) | 5.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SO31
The nearest practice to SO31 is Smilemakers in Bursledon, 1.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Hampshire Dentists (5.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Angus Pringle Orthodontics (5.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around SO31 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles 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 SO31 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
SO31 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fareham |
| 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 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,138 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 910 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brookfield Community School — 0.8 miles The Hamble School — 1.2 miles Oasis Academy Mayfield — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,530 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smilemakers, Bursledon — 2 miles Octagon Dental Centre, Southampton — 4 miles Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SO30, SO19, PO15, SO18, PO14, SO45, SO97, SO14 |
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 SO31
People searching from SO31 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SO31 is Sarisbury.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SO31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SO31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SO31 is Smilemakers in Bursledon, about 1.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Octagon Dental Centre (3.8 miles) and Ferry Dental Centre (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SO31?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of SO31, 32 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SO31?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
Which places are in or near the SO31 postcode district?
Places in or next to SO31 include Sarisbury, Sarisbury Green, Lower Swanwick, Warsash, Hamble-le-Rice, Bursledon, Lowford and Fleetend.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SO31 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Sarisbury, Hampshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SO31?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.