Orthodontic practices near WS3
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of WS3, 76 practices within 10 and 163 practices within 20. The closest is First Dental in Bloxwich, 0.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First DentalBloxwich | 0.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.6 (61 reviews) |
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 1.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (740 reviews) |
| WS4 Dental CareWalsall | 2.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (79 reviews) |
| Allsopp Dental PracticeWalsall | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (215 reviews) |
| Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTDWalsall | 2.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Great Wyrley Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 2.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| BRACE STREET HEALTH CENTREWalsall | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WS3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bloxwich, 0.6 miles south-west; the next are Walsall (2.1 miles south) and Great Wyrley (2.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bloxwich | 2 | 0.6 miles south-west |
| Walsall | 5 | 2.1 miles south |
| Great Wyrley | 1 | 2.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WS3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is oraco dental PELSALL in Bloxwich (4.9 from 740 reviews), 1.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 4.9 (740 reviews) | 1.3 miles north-east |
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 2.8 miles south |
| WS4 Dental CareWalsall | 4.9 (79 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTDWalsall | 4.8 (145 reviews) | 2.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WS3
WS3 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: First Dental in Bloxwich is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 76 practices, and within 20 there are 163.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTD (2.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around WS3 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WS3 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Allsopp Dental Practice in Walsall, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 10 miles away.
WS3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Walsall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | 23.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,485 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,470 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Walsall Academy — 0.4 miles Bloxwich Academy — 1.3 miles Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 10,795 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 133 schools, 54,603 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | First Dental, Bloxwich — under a mile WS4 Dental Care, Walsall — 2 miles Great Wyrley Dental Practice, Great Wyrley — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 76 within 10 miles, 163 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WS2, WS4, WS1, WS6, WV12, WS5, WS8, WS10 |
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 WS3 area
Patients in the WS3 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 WS3 is Blakenall Heath.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WS3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WS3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WS3 is First Dental in Bloxwich, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are oraco dental PELSALL (1.3 miles) and WS4 Dental Care (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WS3?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of WS3, 76 practices within 10 miles and 163 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WS3?
The nearest practice to WS3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Allsopp Dental Practice in Walsall, about 2.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Church Lane Dental Walsall (2.8 miles) and Great Wyrley Dental Practice (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the WS3 postcode district?
Places in or next to WS3 include Blakenall Heath, Bloxwich, Wallington Heath, Little Bloxwich, Goscote, Leamore, Harden and Pelsall.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WS3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Blakenall Heath, Walsall, 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.