Orthodontic practices near SR6
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of SR6, 35 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, 1.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Fulwell & John Street DentalSunderland | 2.1 miles south | – | – | – | 3.6 (81 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 2.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Mr M E Little - Dental SurgerySunderland | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeSouth Shields | 4.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| 1a Dentist, 74 Fowler street, South ShieldsSouth Shields | 4.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (121 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SR6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is East Boldon, 1.8 miles south-west; the next are Sunderland (2.1 miles south) and South Shields (4.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| East Boldon | 1 | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Sunderland | 5 | 2.1 miles south |
| South Shields | 2 | 4.1 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 SR6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Breeze Dental in Sunderland (4.9 from 641 reviews), 2.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeSouth Shields | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 (55 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SR6
The nearest practice to SR6 is Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Truly Dental (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around SR6 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SR6 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 10 miles away.
SR6 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,176 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,318 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Monkwearmouth Academy — 0.2 miles Whitburn Church of England Academy — 1.3 miles Red House Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 8,961 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 | Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 2 miles Fulwell & John Street Dental, Sunderland — 2 miles St Michael's Dental Practice, South Shields — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SR1, SR5, SR2, NE34, SR4, NE36, SR3, NE33 |
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 SR6
A typical orthodontic search around SR6 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SR6 is South Bents.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SR6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SR6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SR6 is Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, about 1.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Fulwell & John Street Dental (2.1 miles) and Truly Dental (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SR6?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of SR6, 35 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SR6?
The nearest practice to SR6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, about 2.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include St Michael's Dental Practice (4.1 miles) and 1a Dentist, 74 Fowler street, South Shields (4.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the SR6 postcode district?
Places in or next to SR6 include South Bents, Seaburn, Roker, Carley Hill, Cleadon, Monkwearmouth, Bishopwearmouth and Marley Pots.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SR6 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around South Bents, Sunderland, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near SR6?
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.