Orthodontic practices near ST1
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of ST1, 23 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, 0.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 1.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 1.7 miles south | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 1.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Stoneyfields Dental PracticeBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.4 (18 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental & Implant ClinicBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 2.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (278 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stoke-on-Trent, 0.4 miles north; the next are Tunstall (1.7 miles north-west) and Basford, Stoke-on-Trent (1.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke-on-Trent | 5 | 0.4 miles north |
| Tunstall | 1 | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 2 | 1.8 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ST1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashlow Orthodontic Practice in Stoke-on-Trent (4.9 from 407 reviews), 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (507 reviews) | 1.6 miles south |
| Newcastle Dental & Implant ClinicBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (278 reviews) | 2.0 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 ST1
The nearest practice to ST1 is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, 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 23 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Orthodontic Services (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around ST1 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 ST1 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 30 miles away.
ST1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stoke-on-Trent |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,248 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.8% aged 16 to 24 and 39.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 49.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,681 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Birches Head Academy — 1.2 miles The Excel Academy — 1.4 miles St Peter's CofE Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 13,256 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 112 schools, 41,809 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent — under a mile Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem, Tunstall — 2 miles Stoneyfields Dental Practice, Basford, Stoke-on-Trent — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 49 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST6, ST4, ST2, ST55, ST5, ST3, ST12, ST9 |
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 ST1
People searching from ST1 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ST1 is Hanley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST1 is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Shelton Dental Centre (1.1 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST1?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of ST1, 23 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST1?
The nearest practice to ST1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 0.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include Shelton Dental Centre (1.1 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (1.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST1 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST1 include Hanley, Joiner's Square, Cobridge, Birches Head, Sneyd Green, Etruria, Ford Green and Smallthorne.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.