Orthodontic practices near ST16
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of ST16, 12 practices within 10 and 85 practices within 20. The closest is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) |
| Church Lane Dental Site 2Stafford | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (39 reviews) |
| Smile Style Dental Care CentreStafford | 1.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (361 reviews) |
| Oracle DentalStafford | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Priors Dental PracticePenkridge | 6.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (25 reviews) |
| Regency House Dental PracticeStone | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (127 reviews) |
| DentaireCannock | 8.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (27 reviews) |
| The Valley Centre Dental PracticeCannock | 8.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (397 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stafford, 0.6 miles south; the next are Penkridge (6.1 miles south) and Stone (6.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stafford | 4 | 0.6 miles south |
| Penkridge | 1 | 6.1 miles south |
| Stone | 1 | 6.3 miles north |
| Cannock | 2 | 8.8 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 ST16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre (4.9 from 3,597 reviews), 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| Church Lane Dental Site 2Stafford | 4.9 (39 reviews) | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Smile Style Dental Care CentreStafford | 4.8 (361 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-east |
| The Valley Centre Dental PracticeCannock | 4.7 (397 reviews) | 8.9 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 ST16
ST16 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 85.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Valley Centre Dental Practice (8.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around ST16 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 ST16 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 25 miles away.
ST16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stafford |
| 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 | 7.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,158 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 44.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,363 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Blessed William Howard Catholic School — 1.0 miles Sir Graham Balfour High School — 1.0 miles King Edward VI High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,278 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, Stafford — under a mile The Priors Dental Practice, Penkridge — 6 miles Regency House Dental Practice, Stone — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 85 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST17, ST18, ST15, ST19, ST12, ST20, WS12, ST21 |
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 ST16 area
Most ST16 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 ST16 is Broadeye.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST16 is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Church Lane Dental Site 2 (0.7 miles) and Smile Style Dental Care Centre (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST16?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of ST16, 12 practices within 10 miles and 85 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST16?
The nearest practice to ST16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre, about 0.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Church Lane Dental Site 2 (0.7 miles) and Regency House Dental Practice (6.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST16 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST16 include Broadeye, Stafford, Holmcroft, Rowley Park, Forebridge, Trinity Fields, Doxey and Beaconside.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Broadeye, Staffordshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near ST16?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.