Orthodontic practices near Elder Street
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Elder Street, 4 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 3.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Walden Dental ClinicSaffron Walden | 3.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (285 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 9.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 9.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 9.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 10.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| Braintree Dental StudioBraintree | 13.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (268 reviews) |
| Horn Mews Dental PracticeBraintree | 13.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Braintree Dental CentreBraintree | 13.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (38 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Elder Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saffron Walden, 3.0 miles north-west; the next are Bishops Stortford (9.7 miles south-west) and Ford (9.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden | 1 | 3.0 miles north-west |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 9.7 miles south-west |
| Ford | 1 | 9.8 miles south-west |
| Braintree | 3 | 13.5 miles south-east |
| Cambridge | 16 | 14.2 miles north-west |
| Old Harlow | 2 | 15.7 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 Elder Street
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Autograph Dental Cambridge (5.0 from 131 reviews), 14.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Dental CambridgeCambridge | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 14.8 miles north-west |
| Aloe Vera Dental StudioChelmsford | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 18.8 miles south-east |
| Williamson DentalCambridge | 5.0 (72 reviews) | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Elder Street at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Uttlesford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,261 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 62 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Essex | 296th closest to an orthodontic practice of 721 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.0 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.1% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in Essex |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saffron Walden County High School — 3.1 miles Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport — 3.2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Walden Dental Clinic, Saffron Walden — 3 miles Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, Bishops Stortford — 10 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 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 Elder Street
The nearest practice to Elder Street is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Walden Dental Clinic (3 miles) mentions a free consultation; drfrancisbraces (16.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Elder Street list clear aligners, the nearest 3 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 Elder Street are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Elder Street
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What official data says about Elder Street
ONS classifies Elder Street as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Elder Street falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.3% of Elder Street's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.1% of the 2,261 residents in Elder Street's census neighbourhood, above the 6.9% average across Essex. Families in Elder Street are served by secondary schools including Saffron Walden County High School (3.1 miles) and Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport (3.2 miles). Elder Street falls in a less deprived area than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Elder Street is Royal London Dental Hospital, London, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Elder Street
Just under 1 km east, Rowney Corner is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local orthodontic signals in Elder Street
There is no orthodontist on our records in Elder Street itself. The closest on record are The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 3 miles away; Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, about 10 miles away; and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Ford, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Elder Street
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Elder Street has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Elder Street
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Elder Street — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Elder Street
Starting orthodontic treatment in Elder Street can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Elder Street runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Elder Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Elder Street
This section helps connect Elder Street, Essex to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Rowney Corner, Howlett End, Cole End, Purton End, Sewards End, and Debden can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Elder Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Elder Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Elder Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Elder Street is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 3.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (9.7 miles) and Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (9.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Elder Street?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Elder Street, 4 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Elder Street?
The nearest practice to Elder Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Walden Dental Clinic in Saffron Walden, about 3.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (9.8 miles) and The Dentist (10.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Elder Street, Essex?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Elder Street, Essex?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.