Orthodontic practices near Coldean
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Coldean, 29 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, 2.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice UKBrighton | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| Preston Circus Dental PracticeBrighton | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (129 reviews) |
| SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - BrightonBrighton | 2.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (49 reviews) |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (169 reviews) |
| Albion Dental BrightonBrighton | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (474 reviews) |
| Trafalgar Street Dental PracticeBrighton | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (90 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 2.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (385 reviews) |
| MK Dental and Implant ClinicBrighton | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (516 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Coldean with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brighton, 2.2 miles south-west; the next are Hove (2.4 miles south-west) and Burgess Hill (5.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 11 | 2.2 miles south-west |
| Hove | 4 | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Burgess Hill | 6 | 5.8 miles north-west |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 7.4 miles west |
| Haywards Heath | 8 | 8.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Coldean
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Burgess Hill Dental (5.0 from 369 reviews), 6.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burgess Hill DentalBurgess Hill | 5.0 (369 reviews) | 6.5 miles north |
| NEYO Dental SpecialistsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 6.6 miles north |
| George Billis EndodonticsBurgess Hill | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 6.5 miles north |
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 3.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Coldean at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Brighton and Hove |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 11.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,330 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 36.1% aged 16 to 24 and 22.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 28.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,081 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Brighton and Hove | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Brighton and Hove |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brighton Aldridge Community Academy — 0.8 miles Varndean School — 1.4 miles Patcham High School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 7,652 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 77 schools, 33,623 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Practice UK, Brighton — 2 miles The Town House Dental Practice, Hove — 2 miles Hurst Dental Practice, Burgess Hill — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 67 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Coldean
The nearest practice to Coldean is The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 67.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: MK Dental and Implant Clinic (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Town House Dental Practice (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Coldean list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Coldean are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, 2.4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Coldean
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What local practice data suggests in Coldean
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Coldean itself. The nearest we do hold are The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, about 2 miles away; The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, about 2 miles away; and Hurst Dental Practice in Burgess Hill, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Coldean
Coldean is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Coldean has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.5% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.8% of the 2,330 residents in Coldean's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Brighton and Hove. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Coldean is better served than 85% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Coldean are Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (0.8 miles) and Varndean School (1.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 77 schools and 33,623 pupils in Coldean's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Coldean close to the England median.
Facts about Coldean
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Frequently Asked Questions in Coldean
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Coldean often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Coldean?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Coldean is The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, about 2.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Preston Circus Dental Practice (2.2 miles) and SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - Brighton (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Coldean?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Coldean, 29 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Coldean?
The nearest practice to Coldean that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, about 2.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Albion Dental Brighton (2.5 miles) and MK Dental and Implant Clinic (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Coldean, Brighton and Hove?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Coldean, Brighton and Hove?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.