Orthodontic practices near BN3
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of BN3, 30 practices within 10 and 52 practices within 20. The closest is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton, 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 0.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (649 reviews) |
| TwentyOneDentalBrighton | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (386 reviews) |
| Hove Dental ClinicHove | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (130 reviews) |
| Concordia Dental Healthcare - HoveHove | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (83 reviews) |
| The Implant Centre - Brighton & Hove BranchBrighton | 0.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| SmileWorks Dental & Orthodontic Clinic - BrightonBrighton | 1.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (49 reviews) |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (169 reviews) |
| Brunswick Road Dental PracticeHove | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 BN3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Brighton, 0.1 miles south; the next are Hove (0.8 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BN3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton (4.9 from 649 reviews), 0.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 0.1 miles south |
| Concordia Dental Healthcare - HoveHove | 4.9 (83 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-east |
| The Implant Centre - Brighton & Hove BranchBrighton | 4.8 (274 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 4.8 (169 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BN3
The nearest practice to BN3 is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton, 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 30 practices, and within 20 there are 52.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Splash Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Concordia Dental Healthcare - Hove (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around BN3 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BN3 are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton, under a mile away.
BN3 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 9.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,545 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 47.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 39.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,439 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.4 miles Blatchington Mill School — 0.7 miles Cardinal Newman Catholic School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 11,242 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 77 schools, 33,623 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Splash Orthodontics, Brighton — under a mile Hove Dental Clinic, Hove — under a mile Kingsend Dental : Ruislip, Shoreham-by-Sea — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 52 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BN52, BN50, BN1, BN88, BN41, BN42, BN45, BN2 |
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 BN3 area
Most BN3 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 BN3 is Hove.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BN3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BN3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BN3 is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton, about 0.1 miles to the south. The next closest are TwentyOneDental (0.4 miles) and Hove Dental Clinic (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BN3?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of BN3, 30 practices within 10 miles and 52 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BN3?
The nearest practice to BN3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton, about 0.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include TwentyOneDental (0.4 miles) and The Town House Dental Practice (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the BN3 postcode district?
Places in or next to BN3 include Hove, Aldrington, West Blatchington, Withdean, Westdene, Preston Park, Portslade-by-Sea and Patcham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BN3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Hove, Brighton and Hove, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BN3?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Hove, 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.