Orthodontic practices near SY8
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SY8; 6 practices within 20. The closest is Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, 17.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercian House Dental PracticeStourport-on-Severn | 17.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Mitton Dental SurgeryStourport-on-Severn | 17.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (60 reviews) |
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 18.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (846 reviews) |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 18.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (221 reviews) |
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 19.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (153 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 19.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 20.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 21.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SY8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stourport-on-Severn, 17.7 miles east; the next are Kidderminster (18.3 miles east) and Broseley (19.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stourport-on-Severn | 2 | 17.7 miles east |
| Kidderminster | 3 | 18.3 miles east |
| Broseley | 1 | 19.3 miles north-east |
| Hereford | 2 | 20.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre in Kidderminster (4.9 from 846 reviews), 18.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foley Park Dental & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (846 reviews) | 18.3 miles east |
| Bradley Shorthouse Dental ClinicKidderminster | 4.9 (221 reviews) | 18.9 miles east |
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 4.9 (153 reviews) | 19.3 miles north-east |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 19.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SY8
SY8 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, 17.7 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 6 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (18.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around SY8 list clear aligners, the nearest 18.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SY8 are commissioned by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, 19.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SY8 to Mercian House Dental Practice is roughly 40 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 460 to 920 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £205 to £415 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 280 to 460 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SY8 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,916 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 26% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 575 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ludlow Church of England School — 1.6 miles Tenbury High Ormiston Academy — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 626 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 | Mercian House Dental Practice, Stourport-on-Severn — 18 miles Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre, Kidderminster — 18 miles Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, Broseley — 19 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 6 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WR15, HR6, SY6, SY7, DY14, TF13, HR7, HR4 |
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 SY8
Most SY8 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 SY8 is Ludlow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY8 is Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 17.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Mitton Dental Surgery (17.8 miles) and Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (18.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SY8, 0 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stourport-on-Severn, 17.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY8?
The nearest practice to SY8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 19.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre (19.6 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (20.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY8 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY8 include Ludlow, Rockgreen, Lower Ledwyche, Ludford, Ashford Bowdler, Ashford Carbonell, Caynham and Snitton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ludlow, Shropshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near SY8?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.