Orthodontic practices near SR8
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of SR8, 18 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, 1.5 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth House Dental PracticeHawthorn | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (41 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 7.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (27 reviews) |
| Hartlepool Dental & Implant CentreHartlepool | 7.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (78 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental PracticeHartlepool | 7.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.5 (25 reviews) |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 7.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 8.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 8.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SR8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hawthorn, 1.5 miles north; the next are Houghton-Le-Spring (5.8 miles north-west) and Hartlepool (7.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn | 1 | 1.5 miles north |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 5.8 miles north-west |
| Hartlepool | 4 | 7.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SR8
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), 8.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 8.5 miles north-west |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 4.8 (217 reviews) | 7.4 miles south-east |
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 4.7 (27 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-east |
| Hartlepool Dental & Implant CentreHartlepool | 4.4 (78 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SR8
SR8 is 1.5 miles from Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Malmin Dental (7.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around SR8 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SR8 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 19 miles away.
SR8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | County Durham |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,069 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 35.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,221 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College — 0.7 miles Dene Academy — 1.0 miles Easington Academy — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,362 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 273 schools, 74,080 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Wentworth House Dental Practice, Hawthorn — 2 miles Hetton Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 6 miles Malmin Dental, Hartlepool — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 77 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TS28, TS27, SR7, TS29, SR2, DH6, TS26, DH5 |
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 SR8
Most SR8 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SR8 is Peterlee.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SR8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SR8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SR8 is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, about 1.5 miles to the north. The next closest are Hetton Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and Malmin Dental (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SR8?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of SR8, 18 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SR8?
The nearest practice to SR8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, about 1.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Hetton Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre (7.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the SR8 postcode district?
Places in or next to SR8 include Peterlee, Little Thorpe, Easington Colliery, Horden, Hesleden, Easington, Hawthorn and Shotton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SR8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Peterlee, County Durham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near SR8 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.