Orthodontic practices near WS5
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of WS5, 108 practices within 10 and 164 practices within 20. The closest is The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center in Walsall, 1.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency CenterWalsall | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (397 reviews) |
| Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTDWalsall | 1.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 1.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| BRACE STREET HEALTH CENTREWalsall | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Allsopp Dental PracticeWalsall | 1.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (215 reviews) |
| Hillary Street Dental SurgeryWalsall | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (85 reviews) |
| WS4 Dental CareWalsall | 1.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (79 reviews) |
| Scott Arms Dental PracticeWest Bromwich | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (2,538 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WS5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Walsall, 1.0 miles south-east; the next are West Bromwich (1.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Walsall | 7 | 1.0 miles south-east |
| West Bromwich | 1 | 1.9 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 WS5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Church Lane Dental Walsall (4.9 from 178 reviews), 1.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental WalsallWalsall | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 1.2 miles north-west |
| WS4 Dental CareWalsall | 4.9 (79 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
| Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTDWalsall | 4.8 (145 reviews) | 1.2 miles north-west |
| Scott Arms Dental PracticeWest Bromwich | 4.7 (2,538 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WS5
WS5 is 1 miles from The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center in Walsall, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 108 practices, and within 20 there are 164.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTD (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around WS5 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WS5 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center in Walsall, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 6 miles away.
WS5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sandwell |
| 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 | 10,046 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 32.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,495 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Queen Mary's Grammar School — 0.9 miles Joseph Leckie Academy — 1.0 miles Q3 Academy Great Barr — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 20,162 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 133 schools, 63,015 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center, Walsall — 1 miles Scott Arms Dental Practice, West Bromwich — 2 miles Streetly Smiles Dental Care, Streetly — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 108 within 10 miles, 164 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WS1, B43, WS4, B71, WS2, B42, WS9, B21 |
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 WS5
A typical orthodontic search around WS5 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WS5 is The Delves.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WS5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WS5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WS5 is The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center in Walsall, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Allsopp @ Birmingham Road LTD (1.2 miles) and Church Lane Dental Walsall (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WS5?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of WS5, 108 practices within 10 miles and 164 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WS5?
The nearest practice to WS5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Dentist, Implant, Veneers and Emergency Center in Walsall, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Church Lane Dental Walsall (1.2 miles) and BRACE STREET HEALTH CENTRE (1.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the WS5 postcode district?
Places in or next to WS5 include The Delves, The Chuckery, Grove Vale, Palfrey, Caldmore, Bescot, Walsall and Great Barr.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WS5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering The Delves, Walsall, 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 WS5?
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.