Orthodontic practices near SY4
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of SY4, 11 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, 4.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smile Centre ShrewsburyShrewsbury | 4.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 5.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (280 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 6.0 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 6.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 6.3 miles south | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 6.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 6.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SY4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 4.8 miles south; the next are Bicton (6.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 7 | 4.8 miles south |
| Bicton | 1 | 6.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shrewsbury Dental Lab (5.0 from 14 reviews), 6.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 6.0 miles south |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 4.9 (354 reviews) | 6.1 miles south |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.9 (280 reviews) | 5.8 miles south |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 4.9 (52 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SY4
The nearest practice to SY4 is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 23.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 6 of the practices around SY4 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SY4 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, 4.8 miles away.
SY4 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,523 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 70 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Corbet School — 4.0 miles The Thomas Adams School — 4.3 miles Shrewsbury Academy — 4.8 miles |
| 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 | The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury — 5 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 6 miles Manor Orthodontic Clinic, Wellington — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 23 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SY1, SY99, SY2, SY3, SY5, SY13, SY12, TF6 |
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 SY4
Patients in the SY4 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SY4 is Harmer Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY4 is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, about 4.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Winchester House Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY4?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of SY4, 11 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY4?
The nearest practice to SY4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Smile Centre Shrewsbury, about 4.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Winchester House Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (6.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY4 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY4 include Harmer Hill, Newton on the Hill, Yorton, Bilmarsh, Preston Gubbals, Haston, Merrington and Sansaw Heath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY4 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Harmer Hill, Shropshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.