Orthodontic practices near AL7
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of AL7, 40 practices within 10 and 201 practices within 20. The closest is Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Panshanger Dental PracticeTewin | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (179 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 1.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (619 reviews) |
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (98 reviews) |
| Hatfield Dental CentreHatfield | 2.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.3 (58 reviews) |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) |
| Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & OrthodonticsHatfield | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,093 reviews) |
| Perfect Smile StudioHertford | 4.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to AL7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Welwyn Garden City, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Tewin (0.7 miles north-east) and Welwyn (2.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City | 2 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Tewin | 1 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Welwyn | 1 | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Hatfield | 3 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Hertford | 1 | 4.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of AL7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Neel Dentistry in Welwyn (5.0 from 98 reviews), 2.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Neel DentistryWelwyn | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Iconic Smiles - CheshuntHatfield | 4.9 (1,129 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Iconic Smiles - Hilltop | Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry, Invisalign & OrthodonticsHatfield | 4.9 (1,093 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-west |
| Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from AL7
The nearest practice to AL7 is Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 201.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around AL7 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 AL7 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Panshanger Dental Practice in Tewin, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 19 miles away.
AL7 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 23.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,494 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 39.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,262 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ridgeway Academy — 0.5 miles Stanborough School — 1.5 miles Monk's Walk School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,389 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City, Welwyn Garden City — under a mile Panshanger Dental Practice, Tewin — under a mile Neel Dentistry, Welwyn — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 201 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL8, AL6, AL9, AL10, SG3, SG14, EN6, SG2 |
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.
Teeth straightening near AL7
Patients in the AL7 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 AL7 is Panshanger.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near AL7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to AL7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to AL7 is Peartree Dental Clinic Welwyn Garden City, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Panshanger Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Dental Beauty Welwyn Garden City (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near AL7?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of AL7, 40 practices within 10 miles and 201 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near AL7?
The nearest practice to AL7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Panshanger Dental Practice in Tewin, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Neel Dentistry (2.6 miles) and Iconic Smiles - Cheshunt (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the AL7 postcode district?
Places in or next to AL7 include Panshanger, Hall Grove, Peartree, Haldens, Hatfield Hyde, Welwyn Garden City, Digswell and Digswell Water.
How do I find an orthodontist near the AL7 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Panshanger, Hertfordshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near AL7?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.