Costs in Broad Street Green at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Dental Directory, Witham — 3.7 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Aloe Vera Dental Studio, Chelmsford — 8.6 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 4 within 5 miles, 17 within 10, 83 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 of 2,467 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Essex | 382nd closest to a practice of 721 places in the county; the county median is 3.5 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Broad Street Green that list payment plans
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Broad Street Green, 17 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Directory in Witham, 3.7 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Aloe Vera Dental Studio, 8.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental DirectoryWitham | 3.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 3.1 (35 reviews) |
| The Dental Health CentreWitham | 3.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.4 (196 reviews) |
| Blake DentalWitham | 4.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.8 (438 reviews) |
| Dental Wizards | Cosmetic Dentist in WithamWitham | 4.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (86 reviews) |
| PURE ORTHODONTICSChelmsford | 7.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Pure Orthodontics- Specialist Orthodontist Chelmsford & Dental CareChelmsford | 7.7 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (428 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Broad Street Green with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Witham, 3.7 miles north-west; the next are Chelmsford (7.6 miles west) and Braintree (10.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witham | 4 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Chelmsford | 13 | 7.6 miles west |
| Braintree | 3 | 10.3 miles north-west |
| Colchester | 3 | 11.2 miles north-east |
| Eight Ash Green | 1 | 11.5 miles north-east |
| Wickford | 4 | 11.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Broad Street Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aloe Vera Dental Studio in Chelmsford (5.0 from 120 reviews), 8.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 8.6 miles west |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 11.5 miles south-west |
| Blue Sky DentalChelmsford | 4.9 (596 reviews) | 9.5 miles west |
| Advance Dental Clinic - Dentist ChelmsfordChelmsford | 4.9 (500 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Broad Street Green, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Dental Directory, the nearest practice on our register (3.7 miles away, about 4.8 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £1,545 to £3,585 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £2,045 to £4,585 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £45 to £85 | £4,045 to £8,085 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £1,525 to £5,545 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £45 | £2,525 to £5,545 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Broad Street Green
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Blake Dental, Witham (4 miles) | Chelmer Village Dental Practice (7.9 miles); The Dental Abode (formerly Down Town Dental Clinic) (9.3 miles) | 6 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Aloe Vera Dental Studio, Chelmsford (8.6 miles) | Goodleigh Dental Practice (9.6 miles); Advance Dental Clinic - Dentist Chelmsford (9.8 miles) | 5 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Blake Dental, Witham (4 miles) | PURE ORTHODONTICS (7.6 miles); Chelmer Village Dental Practice (7.9 miles) | 16 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Dental Directory, Witham (3.7 miles) | The Dental Health Centre (3.9 miles); Blake Dental (4 miles) | 28 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Blake Dental, Witham (4 miles) | Chelmer Village Dental Practice (7.9 miles); Springfield Dental Practice (8.5 miles) | 17 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Blake Dental, Witham (4 miles) | Springfield Dental Practice (8.5 miles); The Dental Abode (formerly Down Town Dental Clinic) (9.3 miles) | 10 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The cost of straightening teeth in Broad Street Green runs from free NHS treatment for eligible under-18s to over £7,000 for complex private cases. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Cost Context for Broad Street Green
Private full fixed brace treatment in Broad Street Green typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
No orthodontic practice covers Broad Street Green directly, though The Elms Dental Practice (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. By ONS classification, Broad Street Green falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Broad Street Green sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 23.2% of Broad Street Green's residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 2,467 residents in Broad Street Green's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.9% average across Essex. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Broad Street Green is better served than 56% of towns in England. Families in Broad Street Green are served by secondary schools including Plume School (1.5 miles) and Lift Maltings (4.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Broad Street Green sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broad Street Green is about 36 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. See local practice availability in Broad Street Green → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Paying for Orthodontic Treatment in Broad Street Green
Most private orthodontic practices in Broad Street Green offer payment plans — typically 0% or low-interest monthly instalments spread over the course of treatment (usually 12–24 months). This makes private treatment much more financially accessible. A deposit of 10–25% of the total fee is usually required to start treatment, with the balance spread over equal monthly payments.
Always check whether the payment plan is in-house (directly with the practice) or through a finance provider such as Chrysalis Finance or Medenta. In-house plans typically have no credit check; third-party finance plans involve a formal credit application.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Broad Street Green
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Broad Street Green — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Broad Street Green. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Broad Street Green — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Aligner pricing in Broad Street Green explained
What you pay for clear aligners in Broad Street Green reflects the case, not just the brand. Two quotes at the same headline price can include very different levels of clinical input. Understanding what sits behind the number is the key to comparing value properly.
Aligner Costs in Broad Street Green — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Broad Street Green itself; the nearest dentist, The Elms Dental Practice, is about a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. In the census neighbourhood around Broad Street Green, 33.6% of the 2,467 residents are aged 25 to 49 and 9.4% are aged 16 to 24, the age bands that drive most adult aligner demand. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Broad Street Green is better served than 56% of towns in England. ONS classifies Broad Street Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Broad Street Green's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Broad Street Green sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Broad Street Green is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 36 miles away. Broad Street Green skews family-heavy: 23.2% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces. Private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) in Broad Street Green typically costs between £1,500 and £5,500, depending on case complexity. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Budget aligner options in Broad Street Green
There are competitively priced aligner routes in Broad Street Green — the trick is knowing what a lower price represents. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Affordable Aligner Options in Broad Street Green — Local Context
No orthodontic practice covers Broad Street Green directly, though The Elms Dental Practice (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Adult orthodontic demand tends to come from people in their twenties to forties, and in Broad Street Green's census neighbourhood 33.6% of its 2,467 residents are aged 25 to 49. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Broad Street Green has more choice than 56% of towns in England. By ONS classification, Broad Street Green falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. National deprivation data ranks Broad Street Green among England's more deprived areas. Broad Street Green sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broad Street Green is about 36 miles from Royal London Dental Hospital in London. With 23.2% of residents under 16, Broad Street Green has an above-average share of children. Entry-level aligner systems typically start from around £1,500 for suitable mild cases. A clinician-reviewed photo assessment is the most practical way to confirm whether a lower-cost package is genuinely appropriate for your teeth before committing to treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Broad Street Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broad Street Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broad Street Green is Dental Directory in Witham, about 3.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Dental Health Centre (3.9 miles) and Blake Dental (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broad Street Green?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Broad Street Green, 17 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Broad Street Green offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Broad Street Green that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Aloe Vera Dental Studio in Chelmsford, about 8.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include Goodleigh Dental Practice (9.6 miles) and Advance Dental Clinic - Dentist Chelmsford (9.8 miles).
What NHS area is Broad Street Green in for dental services?
Broad Street Green sits within NHS Essex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What county is Broad Street Green in?
Broad Street Green is in Essex.
Is Broad Street Green a family area?
23.2% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What towns are near Broad Street Green?
Wickham Bishops, Heybridge, Curling Tye Green are within easy reach of Broad Street Green.
How much does Invisalign cost?
Invisalign costs typically range from £2,500 for Invisalign Lite (mild cases) to £5,500 for Invisalign Comprehensive (complex full-arch treatment). Fees should include ClinCheck planning, all aligner trays, refinements within the treatment cycle, and retainers.
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.
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