Costs in Crews Hill 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 | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town — 2.1 miles; 24 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town — 2.1 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 11 within 5 miles, 66 within 10, 327 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 10.2% aged 16 to 24 and 31.4% aged 25 to 49 of 1,756 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Greater London | 855th closest to a practice of 973 places in the county; the county median is 0.7 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 Crews Hill that list payment plans
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Crews Hill, 66 practices within 10 and 327 practices within 20. The closest is ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELD, 1.5 miles south. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is New River Dental - Enfield, 2.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELDEnfield | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| New River Dental - EnfieldEnfield Town | 2.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (598 reviews) |
| Dental Arts Studio, EnfieldEnfield Town | 2.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | – | 3.9 (162 reviews) |
| The Oakwood Clinic - Orthodontics & DentistryEnfield Town | 2.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (252 reviews) |
| The Lodge Dental SuiteCheshunt | 3.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (72 reviews) |
| Winchmore Hill Dental PracticeEnfield Town | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crews Hill with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Enfield, 1.5 miles south; the next are Enfield Town (2.1 miles south-east) and Cheshunt (3.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Enfield | 1 | 1.5 miles south |
| Enfield Town | 4 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Cheshunt | 1 | 3.0 miles north-east |
| London | 4 | 4.1 miles south |
| Edmonton | 1 | 4.6 miles south |
| Barnet | 3 | 4.7 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 Crews Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (5.0 from 189 reviews), 6.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic ClinicHoddesdon | 5.0 (189 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-east |
| FIRST Ortho - FIRST ImpressionsBuckhurst Hill | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 7.1 miles south-east |
| Finchley OrthodonticsCrouch End | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 7.2 miles south |
| New River Dental - EnfieldEnfield Town | 4.9 (598 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Crews Hill, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELD, the nearest practice on our register (1.5 miles away, about 2 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 | £20 to £35 | £1,520 to £3,535 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £35 | £2,020 to £4,535 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £35 | £4,020 to £8,035 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £20 | £1,510 to £5,520 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £20 | £2,510 to £5,520 |
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 Crews Hill
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town (2.1 miles) | Barnet Smiles Dental Care (5.1 miles); North House Hoddesdon Dental & Aesthetic Clinic (6.4 miles) | 4 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town (2.1 miles) | Winchmore Hill Dental Practice (3.1 miles); Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (5.6 miles) | 7 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELD (1.5 miles) | Winchmore Hill Dental Practice (3.1 miles); ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (4.1 miles) | 14 |
| Private treatment | private fees | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town (2.1 miles) | Dental Arts Studio, Enfield (2.1 miles); The Oakwood Clinic - Orthodontics & Dentistry (2.8 miles) | 24 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | New River Dental - Enfield, Enfield Town (2.1 miles) | Dental Arts Studio, Enfield (2.1 miles); Winchmore Hill Dental Practice (3.1 miles) | 17 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Winchmore Hill Dental Practice, Enfield Town (3.1 miles) | Barnet Smiles Dental Care (5.1 miles); Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (5.6 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.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Crews Hill — the range is genuinely wide. Case complexity, appliance type and inclusions all move the total up or down. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Cost Context for Crews Hill
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Crews Hill generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
What's available in Crews Hill depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Crews Hill is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. 19.1% of Crews Hill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,756 residents in the neighbourhood around Crews Hill, 8.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Greater London. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Crews Hill has more choice than 77% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Crews Hill are Wren Academy Enfield (0.9 miles) and Chace Community School (1.7 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Crews Hill's Local Authority has 107 schools educating 55,209 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Crews Hill among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crews Hill is about 11 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. See local practice availability in Crews Hill → 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 Crews Hill
Most private orthodontic practices in Crews Hill 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 Crews Hill
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Crews Hill:
| 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 Crews Hill. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Crews Hill — 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.
Budget aligner options in Crews Hill
Affordable clear aligner options in Crews Hill genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The key is whether the saving comes from a genuinely simple case or from reduced clinical oversight. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Where the Savings Come From in Crews Hill
Treatment scope — a limited course for minor front-tooth alignment is genuinely cheaper because there's simply less treatment involved, and that's fine when the case really is mild.
What affects clear aligner cost in Crews Hill?
What you pay for clear aligners in Crews Hill reflects the case, not just the brand. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Indicative Clear Aligner Costs in Crews Hill
Indicative private aligner pricing in Crews Hill looks like this:
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Crews Hill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crews Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crews Hill is ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ENFIELD, about 1.5 miles to the south. The next closest are New River Dental - Enfield (2.1 miles) and Dental Arts Studio, Enfield (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crews Hill?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Crews Hill, 66 practices within 10 miles and 327 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Crews Hill offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Crews Hill that mentions finance or monthly payment options is New River Dental - Enfield in Enfield Town, about 2.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Winchmore Hill Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Chingford Smile & Orthodontic Studio (5.6 miles).
How many pupils are in Crews Hill's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 107 schools and 55,209 pupils across Crews Hill's Local Authority.
What towns are near Crews Hill?
Nearby towns include The Ridgeway, Forty Hill, Goffs Oak.
Is Crews Hill a family area?
Census data puts 19.1% of Crews Hill's population at under 16.
How deprived is Crews Hill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Crews Hill is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How does case complexity affect cost?
More complex cases need more clinical time, more visits, and sometimes extra procedures like extractions — a mild spacing case costs a lot less than a complex overbite correction. Confirm the quote actually covers your full case, not just a simple scenario.
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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