Orthodontic practices near AL3
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of AL3, 62 practices within 10 and 201 practices within 20. The closest is Redbourn Dental Practice, 1.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbourn Dental PracticeRedbourn | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (42 reviews) |
| St Peters Lodge Dental PracticeSt Albans | 2.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (450 reviews) |
| Hertfordshire Centre For DentistryHarpenden | 2.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (255 reviews) |
| Invisalign St AlbansSt Albans | 2.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (184 reviews) |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 2.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (114 reviews) |
| Harpenden Dental PracticeHarpenden | 2.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (69 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AL3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Redbourn, 1.4 miles north-west; the next are St Albans (2.4 miles south-east) and Harpenden (2.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Redbourn | 1 | 1.4 miles north-west |
| St Albans | 5 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Harpenden | 2 | 2.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of AL3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant Centre in St Albans (5.0 from 184 reviews), 2.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (184 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Visage Dental St AlbansSt Albans | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Alban City Dental & Surgical CentreSt Albans | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Harpenden Dental PracticeHarpenden | 5.0 (69 reviews) | 2.6 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AL3
AL3 is 1.4 miles from Redbourn Dental Practice, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 62 practices, and within 20 there are 201.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Regency House Dental Clinic and Implant Centre (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hertfordshire Centre For Dentistry (2.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around AL3 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around AL3 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Redbourn Dental Practice, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 21 miles away.
AL3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | St Albans |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,458 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 42 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Townsend Church of England School — 1.5 miles St Albans Girls' School — 2.1 miles Roundwood Park School — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,542 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Redbourn Dental Practice, Redbourn — 1 miles St Peters Lodge Dental Practice, St Albans — 2 miles Hertfordshire Centre For Dentistry, Harpenden — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 62 within 10 miles, 201 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL5, AL1, AL2, HP2, AL4, HP3, LU1, HP1 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the AL3 area
People searching from AL3 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 AL3 is Hatching Green.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AL3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AL3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AL3 is Redbourn Dental Practice, about 1.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are St Peters Lodge Dental Practice (2.4 miles) and Hertfordshire Centre For Dentistry (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AL3?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of AL3, 62 practices within 10 miles and 201 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AL3?
The nearest practice to AL3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Redbourn Dental Practice, about 1.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Hertfordshire Centre For Dentistry (2.5 miles) and Alban City Dental & Surgical Centre (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the AL3 postcode district?
Places in or next to AL3 include Hatching Green, Redbourn, Childwick Green, New Greens, Appspond, Bamville Wood, Townsend and Harpenden.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AL3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Hatching Green, Hertfordshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.