Orthodontic practices near SR2
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of SR2, 24 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Mr M E Little - Dental Surgery in Sunderland, 1.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr M E Little - Dental SurgerySunderland | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Fulwell & John Street DentalSunderland | 1.4 miles north | – | – | – | 3.6 (81 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 1.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 2.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 2.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SR2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Sunderland, 1.1 miles north; the next are Houghton-Le-Spring (2.5 miles west) and East Boldon (2.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sunderland | 5 | 1.1 miles north |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 2 | 2.5 miles west |
| East Boldon | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SR2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring (5.0 from 162 reviews), 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 (55 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-west |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 1.9 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 SR2
SR2 is 1.1 miles from Mr M E Little - Dental Surgery in Sunderland, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 64.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Truly Dental (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around SR2 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 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 SR2 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 12 miles away.
SR2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sunderland |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,104 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,803 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Southmoor Academy — 0.3 miles St Aidan's Catholic Academy — 0.7 miles Venerable Bede Church of England Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 8,121 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 122 schools, 41,439 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Mr M E Little - Dental Surgery, Sunderland — 1 miles Salma’s Smiles, Houghton-Le-Spring — 2 miles Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 64 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SR1, SR3, SR6, SR4, SR7, SR5, NE36, NE34 |
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 SR2 area
Patients in the SR2 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SR2 is Hillview.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SR2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SR2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SR2 is Mr M E Little - Dental Surgery in Sunderland, about 1.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Fulwell & John Street Dental (1.4 miles) and Breeze Dental (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SR2?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of SR2, 24 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SR2?
The nearest practice to SR2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, about 1.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Hetton Dental Practice (5.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the SR2 postcode district?
Places in or next to SR2 include Hillview, Sunderland, Ryhope, Ashbrooke, Humbledon View, Thornhill Cresecent, Monkwearmouth and Bishopwearmouth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SR2 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Hillview, Sunderland, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near SR2?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.