Orthodontic practices near WN1
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of WN1, 39 practices within 10 and 202 practices within 20. The closest is Claremont Dental Surgery in Wigan, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Dental SurgeryWigan | 0.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (5 reviews) |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
| Wigan OrthodonticWigan | 0.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (52 reviews) |
| WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTREWigan | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Talking Teeth Dental Practice | Wigan & SalfordWigan | 1.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (31 reviews) |
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Circ DentalStandish | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (166 reviews) |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 4.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WN1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wigan, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Standish (2.7 miles north-west) and Skelmersdale (4.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wigan | 6 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Standish | 1 | 2.7 miles north-west |
| Skelmersdale | 1 | 4.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WN1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan (5.0 from 401 reviews), 2.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 2.7 miles north-west |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 4.3 miles west |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 4.2 (85 reviews) | 0.5 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 WN1
WN1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Claremont Dental Surgery in Wigan is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 202.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Circ Dental (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around WN1 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WN1 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Market Street Dental Practice in Wigan, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 15 miles away.
WN1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wigan |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 15.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,962 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 | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,425 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College — 0.5 miles Dean Trust Rose Bridge — 0.9 miles St John Fisher Catholic High School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,818 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 137 schools, 48,586 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Claremont Dental Surgery, Wigan — under a mile Circ Dental, Standish — 3 miles St. Raphael's Dental Practice, Skelmersdale — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 202 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WN3, WN6, WN2, WN4, WN5, BL6, PR7, WA12 |
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.
Teeth straightening near WN1
Patients in the WN1 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 WN1 is Water Heyes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WN1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WN1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WN1 is Claremont Dental Surgery in Wigan, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Market Street Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Wigan Orthodontic (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WN1?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of WN1, 39 practices within 10 miles and 202 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WN1?
The nearest practice to WN1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Market Street Dental Practice in Wigan, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.6 miles) and Circ Dental (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the WN1 postcode district?
Places in or next to WN1 include Water Heyes, Swinley, Longshoot, Bottling Wood, Bull Hey, Wallgate, Gidlow and Lower Ince.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WN1 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Water Heyes, Borough of Wigan, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near WN1?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.