Orthodontic practices near WR6
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of WR6; 14 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Ceroplast in Worcester, 6.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CeroplastWorcester | 6.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care ClinicWorcester | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| St Johns DentalWorcester | 6.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (54 reviews) |
| Dental Care Worcester CityWorcester | 7.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (65 reviews) |
| Trinity Gate OrthodonticsWorcester | 7.3 miles east | – | – | – | 3.9 (7 reviews) |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 7.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (374 reviews) |
| St Peter's Dental PracticeWorcester | 8.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (120 reviews) |
| the247dentist - PlymouthWorcester | 8.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (81 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WR6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Worcester, 6.8 miles south-east; the next are Great Malvern (7.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 7 | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Great Malvern | 1 | 7.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WR6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is the247dentist - Plymouth in Worcester (5.0 from 81 reviews), 8.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| the247dentist - PlymouthWorcester | 5.0 (81 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
| Beacon DentalCareGreat Malvern | 4.9 (374 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
| St Peter's Dental PracticeWorcester | 4.9 (120 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
| Dental Care Worcester CityWorcester | 3.8 (65 reviews) | 7.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WR6
The nearest practice to WR6 is Ceroplast in Worcester, 6.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: the247dentist - Plymouth (8.2 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around WR6 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.2 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around WR6 are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board, and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 27 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from WR6 to Ceroplast is roughly 15 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 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
WR6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Malvern Hills |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,811 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 | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 45 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Chantry School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 881 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ceroplast, Worcester — 7 miles Beacon DentalCare, Great Malvern — 8 miles Mercian House Dental Practice, Stourport-on-Severn — 9 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 51 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WR14, WR2, WR13, DY13, HR7, WR1, DY12, WR3 |
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 WR6
A typical orthodontic search around WR6 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 WR6 is Hipplecote.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WR6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WR6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WR6 is Ceroplast in Worcester, about 6.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Smile Dental Care Clinic (6.9 miles) and St Johns Dental (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WR6?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of WR6, 14 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Worcester, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WR6?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
Which places are in or near the WR6 postcode district?
Places in or next to WR6 include Hipplecote, Berrow Green, Martley, Hill Side, Doddenham, Shelsley Beauchamp, Lulsley and Willow Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WR6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hipplecote, Worcestershire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near WR6?
Yes, patients around Hipplecote, Worcestershire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.