Orthodontic practices near CM21
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of CM21, 14 practices within 10 and 119 practices within 20. The closest is Old Harlow Dental Practice, 2.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 2.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 2.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (289 reviews) |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 3.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 4.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 4.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Barbara Castle Dental PracticeHarlow | 5.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (68 reviews) |
| Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics PracticeHoddesdon | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (320 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CM21 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Old Harlow, 2.0 miles south; the next are Bishops Stortford (3.9 miles north) and Ford (4.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Old Harlow | 2 | 2.0 miles south |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 3.9 miles north |
| Ford | 1 | 4.1 miles north |
| Harlow | 1 | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Hoddesdon | 1 | 7.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CM21
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (4.9 from 371 reviews), 4.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 4.1 miles north |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 4.0 miles north |
| Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre)Old Harlow | 4.8 (289 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Old Harlow Dental PracticeOld Harlow | 4.8 (217 reviews) | 2.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CM21
CM21 is 2 miles from Old Harlow Dental Practice, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 119.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dentality @ Hoddesdon - Dental and Aesthetics Practice (7.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around CM21 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles 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 CM21 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Old Harlow Dental Practice, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away.
CM21 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Hertfordshire |
| 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 | 22.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,747 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 877 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Leventhorpe — 0.6 miles Mark Hall Academy — 2.4 miles The Bishop's Stortford High School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,568 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Old Harlow Dental Practice, Old Harlow — 2 miles The Dentist, Bishops Stortford — 4 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 119 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CM17, CM20, CM23, CM18, SG10, CM19, CM92, CM22 |
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 CM21
Patients in the CM21 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 CM21 is Sawbridgeworth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM21
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM21?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM21 is Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Mulberry Dental Clinic (Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Leading Centre) (2.1 miles) and The Dentist (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CM21?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of CM21, 14 practices within 10 miles and 119 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM21?
The nearest practice to CM21 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Old Harlow Dental Practice, about 2.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include The Dentist (3.9 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (4.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the CM21 postcode district?
Places in or next to CM21 include Sawbridgeworth, Lower Sheering, High Wych, Gaston Green, Spellbrook, Churchgate Street, Old Harlow and Sheering.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CM21 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near CM21?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.