Orthodontic practices near SY3
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of SY3, 11 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Bellstone Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 0.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 1.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 1.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury (5.0 from 131 reviews), 1.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 1.3 miles east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.9 (280 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 4.9 (52 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SY3
SY3 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bellstone Dental Practice in Shrewsbury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around SY3 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 SY3 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 40 miles away.
SY3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Shropshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,428 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,918 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 40 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Priory School — 0.3 miles Meole Brace School — 0.5 miles Belvidere School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,998 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bellstone Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — under a mile The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 2 miles Elite Orthodontics, Wellington — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SY99, SY1, SY2, SY5, SY4, SY6, TF6, TF13 |
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 SY3 area
Patients in the SY3 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 SY3 is Radbrook.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY3 is Bellstone Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are St Johns Hill Dental (0.9 miles) and EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY3?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of SY3, 11 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY3?
The nearest practice to SY3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.9 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (1.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY3 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY3 include Radbrook, Nobold, Frankwell, Porthill, Meole Brace, Bayston Hill, Pulley and Coleham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Radbrook, Shropshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SY3?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.