Orthodontic practices near WA11
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of WA11, 53 practices within 10 and 177 practices within 20. The closest is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Dr R Stecewicz - St Helens Family Dental ClinicSt Helens | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Talking TeethSt Helens | 1.9 miles south | – | – | – | 2.9 (21 reviews) |
| Kiln Lane DentalSt Helens | 2.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (446 reviews) |
| Laurel Villa DentalSt Helens | 2.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (65 reviews) |
| Rainford OrthodonticsRainford | 3.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (41 reviews) |
| RAINFORD ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESt. Helens, Ryde | 3.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (136 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WA11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is St Helens, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Rainford (3.2 miles north-west) and St. Helens, Ryde (3.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| St Helens | 5 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Rainford | 1 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| St. Helens, Ryde | 1 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Ashton in Makerfield | 1 | 3.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WA11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Kiln Lane Dental in St Helens (4.9 from 446 reviews), 2.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kiln Lane DentalSt Helens | 4.9 (446 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Laurel Villa DentalSt Helens | 4.1 (65 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WA11
WA11 is 1.3 miles from Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 53 practices, and within 20 there are 177.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens (1.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around WA11 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WA11 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 11 miles away.
WA11 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | St. Helens |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,938 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,274 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy — 1.5 miles Cowley International College — 1.5 miles Outwood Academy Haydock — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,034 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 76 schools, 26,828 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, St Helens — 1 miles Rainford Orthodontics, Rainford — 3 miles RAINFORD ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, St. Helens, Ryde — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 53 within 10 miles, 177 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WA9, WA10, WN5, WN4, WN3, L35, WA12, WN8 |
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 WA11
Patients in the WA11 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 WA11 is Carr Mill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WA11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WA11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WA11 is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dr R Stecewicz - St Helens Family Dental Clinic (1.8 miles) and Talking Teeth (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WA11?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of WA11, 53 practices within 10 miles and 177 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WA11?
The nearest practice to WA11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Rainford Orthodontics (3.2 miles) and RAINFORD ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (3.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the WA11 postcode district?
Places in or next to WA11 include Carr Mill, Clinkham Wood, Moss Bank, Laffak, Green Leach, Haresfinch, Parr Stocks and Pocket Nook.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WA11 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Carr Mill, St. Helens, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near WA11?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.