Orthodontic practices near AL6
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of AL6, 50 practices within 10 and 159 practices within 20. The closest is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (98 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (619 reviews) |
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 2.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Panshanger Dental PracticeTewin | 2.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (179 reviews) |
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 4.3 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (837 reviews) |
| Mr K Velji - Stevenage Dental PracticeStevenage | 4.8 miles north | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Village Dental PracticeStevenage | 4.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (104 reviews) |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AL6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Welwyn, 0.7 miles west; the next are Welwyn Garden City (2.2 miles south) and Tewin (2.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn | 1 | 0.7 miles west |
| Welwyn Garden City | 2 | 2.2 miles south |
| Tewin | 1 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Stevenage | 3 | 4.3 miles north |
| Hatfield | 1 | 4.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of AL6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hydean Dental Practice in Stevenage (5.0 from 837 reviews), 4.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hydean Dental PracticeStevenage | 5.0 (837 reviews) | 4.3 miles north |
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 0.7 miles west |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) | 4.9 miles south |
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AL6
AL6 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Neel Dentistry in Welwyn is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 50 practices, and within 20 there are 159.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Village Dental Practice (4.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around AL6 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 AL6 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 21 miles away.
AL6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Welwyn Hatfield |
| 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 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,646 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 531 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Monk's Walk School — 1.0 miles Ridgeway Academy — 2.3 miles Stanborough School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,315 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Neel Dentistry, Welwyn — under a mile Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden City, Welwyn Garden City — 2 miles Panshanger Dental Practice, Tewin — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 50 within 10 miles, 159 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL8, SG3, AL7, SG2, AL10, SG1, AL9, SG4 |
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 AL6 area
Patients in the AL6 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for AL6 is Danesbury.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AL6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AL6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AL6 is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden City (2.2 miles) and Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AL6?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of AL6, 50 practices within 10 miles and 159 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AL6?
The nearest practice to AL6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Panshanger Dental Practice (2.4 miles) and Village Dental Practice (4.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the AL6 postcode district?
Places in or next to AL6 include Danesbury, Welwyn, High Welwyn, Oaklands, Digswell, Digswell Water, Digswell Park and Pottersheath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AL6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Danesbury, Hertfordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near AL6?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.