Orthodontic practices near CO4
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of CO4, 15 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is Colchester Orthodontic Centre, 1.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Hello DentalColchester | 1.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (331 reviews) |
| Colchester SmilesColchester | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| Mile End Dental ClinicColchester | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (344 reviews) |
| DentoworldColchester | 1.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (210 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioColchester | 1.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| North Hill DentalColchester | 1.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (580 reviews) |
| Optident Dental ClinicColchester | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (377 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CO4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hello Dental in Colchester (5.0 from 331 reviews), 1.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hello DentalColchester | 5.0 (331 reviews) | 1.0 miles north |
| DentoworldColchester | 5.0 (210 reviews) | 1.4 miles south |
| Colchester Orthodontic CentreColchester | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 1.0 miles north |
| The Dental StudioColchester | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 1.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CO4
The nearest practice to CO4 is Colchester Orthodontic Centre, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 42.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Colchester Orthodontic Centre (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around CO4 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CO4 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Colchester Orthodontic Centre, 1 miles away.
CO4 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Colchester |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 | 25% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,257 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 35.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,559 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Gilberd School — 0.5 miles Colchester Academy — 1.3 miles The Trinity School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 9,297 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Colchester Orthodontic Centre, Colchester — 1 miles Brickstables Dental & Implant Clinic, Eight Ash Green — 4 miles Perfect Smile Clinic Implant and Invisalign dental centre Sudbury Suffolk, Sudbury — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 42 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CO1, CO2, CO3, CO7, CO6, CO5, CO11, IP7 |
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 CO4
A typical orthodontic search around CO4 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 CO4 is Mile End.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CO4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CO4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CO4 is Colchester Orthodontic Centre, about 1.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Hello Dental (1.0 miles) and Colchester Smiles (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CO4?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of CO4, 15 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CO4?
The nearest practice to CO4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Colchester Orthodontic Centre, about 1.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include Hello Dental (1.0 miles) and Colchester Smiles (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the CO4 postcode district?
Places in or next to CO4 include Mile End, Parson's Heath, Welshwood Park, Colchester, Greenstead, Fox Street, The Hythe and Langham Moor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CO4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Mile End, Essex, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near CO4?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.