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Orthodontic Treatment In The SY5 Postcode Area

The SY5 postcode area covers patients researching orthodontic treatment around Longden, Shropshire. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. A short photo assessment gives you an early steer before committing to an appointment.

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Orthodontic practices near SY5

On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of SY5, 11 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 3.0 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury3.0 miles north-east–––3.3 (20 reviews)
The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton4.6 miles north–✓✓4.9 (354 reviews)
Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury4.7 miles north-east–––5.0 (14 reviews)
Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury5.0 miles north-east––✓4.6 (37 reviews)
Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury5.0 miles north-east–––3.3 (55 reviews)
St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury5.0 miles north-east✓–✓4.7 (12 reviews)
EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury5.0 miles north-east✓–––
New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury5.2 miles north-east✓–✓5.0 (131 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to SY5 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 3.0 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (4.6 miles north).

PlacePracticesNearest
Shrewsbury73.0 miles north-east
Bicton14.6 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY5

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), 5.2 miles north-east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury5.0 (131 reviews)5.2 miles north-east
Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury5.0 (14 reviews)4.7 miles north-east
The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton4.9 (354 reviews)4.6 miles north
St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury4.7 (12 reviews)5.0 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 SY5

SY5 is 3 miles from Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 22.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around SY5 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.6 miles 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 SY5 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 5 miles away.

SY5 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaShropshire
NHS dental servicesNHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of England
Residents under 1615.7% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents3,007 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre61 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health15.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest secondary schoolsMary Webb School and Science College — 2.1 miles
Meole Brace School — 3.9 miles
The Priory School — 4.1 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 632 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area182 schools, 43,684 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesBayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 3 miles
The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 5 miles
Elite Orthodontics, Wellington — 14 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles11 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsSY3, SY99, SY1, SY2, SY6, SY4, SY9, SY7

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.

Orthodontic research around SY5

Patients in the SY5 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.

The nearest town page for SY5 is Longden.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY5

Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY5?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY5 is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 3.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (4.6 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (4.7 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near SY5?

Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of SY5, 11 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY5?

The nearest practice to SY5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 5.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (5.0 miles) and New Park House Dental Centre (5.2 miles).

Which places are in or near the SY5 postcode district?

Places in or next to SY5 include Longden, Arscott, Longden Common, Plealey, Shorthill, Wrentnall, Cruckmeole and Annscroft.

How do I find an orthodontist near the SY5 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Longden, Shropshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.

How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SY5?

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.

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