Orthodontic practices near WN5
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of WN5, 30 practices within 10 and 192 practices within 20. The closest is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan, 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
| Wigan OrthodonticWigan | 2.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.1 (52 reviews) |
| WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTREWigan | 2.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Claremont Dental SurgeryWigan | 2.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (5 reviews) |
| Talking Teeth Dental Practice | Wigan & SalfordWigan | 3.4 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (31 reviews) |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 3.7 miles south-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 WN5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wigan, 0.5 miles north-east; the next are Skelmersdale (1.9 miles west) and Ashton in Makerfield (3.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wigan | 6 | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Skelmersdale | 1 | 1.9 miles west |
| Ashton in Makerfield | 1 | 3.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WN5
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), 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-east |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 1.9 miles west |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 4.2 (85 reviews) | 2.5 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 WN5
The nearest practice to WN5 is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 192.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Boutique Dental 23 (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around WN5 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WN5 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St. Raphael's Dental Practice in Skelmersdale, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 14 miles away.
WN5 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,470 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 33.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,616 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dean Trust Wigan — 0.7 miles St Peter's Catholic High School — 0.8 miles Up Holland High School — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,148 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 | Pemberton Dental Practice, Wigan — under a mile St. Raphael's Dental Practice, Skelmersdale — 2 miles Boutique Dental 23, Ashton in Makerfield — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 192 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WN3, WN6, WN4, WA11, WN1, WN8, WA12, WA9 |
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 WN5
Patients in the WN5 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 WN5 is Redwood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WN5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WN5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WN5 is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan, about 0.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are St. Raphael's Dental Practice (1.9 miles) and Market Street Dental Practice (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WN5?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of WN5, 30 practices within 10 miles and 192 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WN5?
The nearest practice to WN5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St. Raphael's Dental Practice in Skelmersdale, about 1.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Market Street Dental Practice (2.5 miles) and WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the WN5 postcode district?
Places in or next to WN5 include Redwood, The Bell, Kitt Green, Lamberhead Green, Orrell Post, Worsley Hall, Pemberton and Tontine.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WN5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Redwood, Borough of Wigan, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.