Orthodontic practices near SY9
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SY9; 11 practices within 20. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 15.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 15.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 16.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 17.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 17.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 17.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 17.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 17.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 17.5 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 SY9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 15.2 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (16.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 7 | 15.2 miles north-east |
| Bicton | 1 | 16.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY9
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), 17.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 17.5 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 17.1 miles north-east |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 4.9 (354 reviews) | 16.9 miles north-east |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 4.7 (12 reviews) | 17.4 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 SY9
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SY9; the nearest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 15.2 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 11 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around SY9 list clear aligners, the nearest 16.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SY9 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, 17.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SY9 to Bayston Hill Dental Practice is roughly 35 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 400 to 790 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £180 to £355 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 240 to 400 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SY9 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,749 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 22.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 27 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Community College, Bishop's Castle — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 507 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 | Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 15 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 17 miles Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, Broseley — 23 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SY7, SY15, LD7, SY6, SY5, LD8, SY21, SY3 |
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 SY9
A typical orthodontic search around SY9 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SY9 is Bishop's Castle.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY9 is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 15.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (16.9 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (17.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY9?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SY9, 0 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Shrewsbury, 15.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY9?
The nearest practice to SY9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 17.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (17.4 miles) and New Park House Dental Centre (17.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY9 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY9 include Bishop's Castle, Colebatch, Lower Down, Lydbury North, Totterton, Clunton, Brunslow and Choulton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, 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 SY9?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.