Orthodontic practices near WR7
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of WR7; 19 practices within 10 and 87 practices within 20. The closest is Redcliffe Orthodontics in Worcester, 6.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe OrthodonticsWorcester | 6.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (172 reviews) |
| St Peter's Dental PracticeWorcester | 7.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (120 reviews) |
| the247dentist - PlymouthWorcester | 7.1 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (81 reviews) |
| Trinity Gate OrthodonticsWorcester | 7.2 miles west | – | – | – | 3.9 (7 reviews) |
| Dental Care Worcester CityWorcester | 7.3 miles west | – | – | – | 3.8 (65 reviews) |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 7.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| CeroplastWorcester | 7.8 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care ClinicWorcester | 7.8 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WR7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Worcester, 6.6 miles west; the next are Astwood Bank (7.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 7 | 6.6 miles west |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 7.5 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 WR7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Redcliffe Orthodontics in Worcester (5.0 from 172 reviews), 6.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe OrthodonticsWorcester | 5.0 (172 reviews) | 6.6 miles west |
| the247dentist - PlymouthWorcester | 5.0 (81 reviews) | 7.1 miles west |
| St Peter's Dental PracticeWorcester | 4.9 (120 reviews) | 7.1 miles west |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 7.5 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 WR7
From WR7 the nearest practice is Redcliffe Orthodontics in Worcester, 6.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 87.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: the247dentist - Plymouth (7.1 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around WR7 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WR7 are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 21 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from WR7 to Redcliffe Orthodontics 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 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
WR7 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wychavon |
| 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 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,178 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 19.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 48 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pershore High School — 5.0 miles Nunnery Wood High School — 6.0 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Redcliffe Orthodontics, Worcester — 7 miles Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 8 miles Headless Cross Dental Practice, Redditch — 8 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 | 19 within 10 miles, 87 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WR10, B96, B60, WR9, WR4, B97, B61, WR99 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the WR7 area
Patients in the WR7 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 WR7 is North Piddle.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WR7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WR7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WR7 is Redcliffe Orthodontics in Worcester, about 6.6 miles to the west. The next closest are St Peter's Dental Practice (7.1 miles) and the247dentist - Plymouth (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WR7?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of WR7, 19 practices within 10 miles and 87 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Worcester, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WR7?
The nearest practice to WR7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 7.5 miles to the north-east.
Which places are in or near the WR7 postcode district?
Places in or next to WR7 include North Piddle, Grafton Flyford, Libbery, Flyford Flavell, Stock Green, Naunton Beauchamp, Kington and Upton Snodsbury.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WR7 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for North Piddle, Worcestershire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near WR7?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.