Orthodontic practices near BN1
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of BN1, 22 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice UKBrighton | 0.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| Preston Circus Dental PracticeBrighton | 0.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (129 reviews) |
| SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - BrightonBrighton | 0.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (49 reviews) |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 0.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (169 reviews) |
| Trafalgar Street Dental PracticeBrighton | 1.0 miles south | – | – | – | 3.1 (90 reviews) |
| Albion Dental BrightonBrighton | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (474 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 1.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (385 reviews) |
| Brunswick Road Dental PracticeHove | 1.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (153 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BN1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brighton, 0.5 miles south; the next are Hove (0.8 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BN1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Duke Street Dental Centre in Brighton (4.9 from 385 reviews), 1.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Duke Street Dental CentreBrighton | 4.9 (385 reviews) | 1.4 miles south |
| The Dental Practice UKBrighton | 4.9 (76 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 4.8 (169 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
| SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - BrightonBrighton | 4.8 (49 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BN1
BN1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Dental Practice UK in Brighton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Brunswick Road Dental Practice (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Town House Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around BN1 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 BN1 are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, under a mile away.
BN1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Brighton and Hove |
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,363 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.5% aged 16 to 24 and 33.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,046 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dorothy Stringer School — 0.5 miles Varndean School — 0.5 miles Cardinal Newman Catholic School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 11,140 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 77 schools, 33,623 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Practice UK, Brighton — under a mile The Town House Dental Practice, Hove — under a mile Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BN88, BN50, BN52, BN3, BN2, BN45, BN41, BN51 |
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.
Orthodontic research around BN1
People searching from BN1 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BN1 is Hollingdean.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BN1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BN1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BN1 is The Dental Practice UK in Brighton, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Preston Circus Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - Brighton (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BN1?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of BN1, 22 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BN1?
The nearest practice to BN1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Town House Dental Practice in Hove, about 0.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Albion Dental Brighton (1.1 miles) and Brunswick Road Dental Practice (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BN1 postcode district?
Places in or next to BN1 include Hollingdean, Brighton, Preston Park, Hollingbury, Patcham, Withdean, The City of Brighton and Hove and Bevendean.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BN1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hollingdean, Brighton and Hove, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BN1?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Hollingdean, Brighton and Hove can start an assessment today.
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.