Orthodontic practices near WS6
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of WS6, 59 practices within 10 and 160 practices within 20. The closest is Great Wyrley Dental Practice, 0.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wyrley Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 0.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Cheslyn Hay Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (164 reviews) |
| Birchwood Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (381 reviews) |
| Chris Bird Dental Care LtdCannock | 1.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (250 reviews) |
| Cannock Dental PracticeCannock | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| Cannock Dental CareCannock | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,384 reviews) |
| Inspire Dental CentreCannock | 2.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (155 reviews) |
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (740 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WS6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Great Wyrley, 0.2 miles east; the next are Cannock (1.6 miles north) and Bloxwich (3.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Great Wyrley | 3 | 0.2 miles east |
| Cannock | 4 | 1.6 miles north |
| Bloxwich | 1 | 3.0 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 WS6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheslyn Hay Dental Practice in Great Wyrley (5.0 from 164 reviews), 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| Cannock Dental CareCannock | 4.9 (1,384 reviews) | 2.2 miles north |
| oraco dental PELSALLBloxwich | 4.9 (740 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Birchwood Dental PracticeGreat Wyrley | 4.9 (381 reviews) | 0.6 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 WS6
WS6 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Great Wyrley Dental Practice is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 59 practices, and within 20 there are 160.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Cannock Dental Practice (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around WS6 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WS6 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Great Wyrley Dental Practice, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away.
WS6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Staffordshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,988 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,913 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Great Wyrley Academy — 0.6 miles Cheslyn Hay Academy — 0.9 miles Cannock Chase High School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,553 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Great Wyrley Dental Practice, Great Wyrley — under a mile Chris Bird Dental Care Ltd, Cannock — 2 miles oraco dental PELSALL, Bloxwich — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 59 within 10 miles, 160 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WS11, WS3, WS12, WV12, WV11, WS2, WV13, WS4 |
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 WS6
Patients in the WS6 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 WS6 is Landywood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WS6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WS6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WS6 is Great Wyrley Dental Practice, about 0.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Cheslyn Hay Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Birchwood Dental Practice (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WS6?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of WS6, 59 practices within 10 miles and 160 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WS6?
The nearest practice to WS6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Great Wyrley Dental Practice, about 0.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Cheslyn Hay Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Birchwood Dental Practice (0.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WS6 postcode district?
Places in or next to WS6 include Landywood, Churchbridge, Littlewood, Great Wyrley, Cheslyn Hay, Leacroft, Rumer Hill and Bridgtown.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WS6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Landywood, Staffordshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.