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Find Orthodontic Options Around CR5

The CR5 postcode area covers patients researching orthodontic treatment around Coulsdon, Greater London. It brings together practical treatment guidance, linked location pages, and a route into a clinician-reviewed online assessment. A short photo assessment gives you an early steer before committing to an appointment.

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Orthodontic practices near CR5

On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of CR5, 69 practices within 10 and 303 practices within 20. The closest is 72 Dental in Coulsdon, 0.9 miles north.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
72 DentalCoulsdon0.9 miles north✓✓✓4.8 (675 reviews)
ConfiDental Clinic PurleyCoulsdon2.2 miles north-east✓✓✓4.7 (442 reviews)
Dental Beauty Orthodontics PurleyPurley2.2 miles north–––4.7 (83 reviews)
Orthodontic HealthPurley2.3 miles north-east–––4.8 (22 reviews)
Purley Dental CarePurley2.3 miles north-east–––4.7 (367 reviews)
Banstead Dental Care: Family and Dental Implant CentreBanstead2.6 miles west––✓4.9 (288 reviews)
Zen House Dental BansteadBanstead2.7 miles west–––5.0 (556 reviews)
Mayfield DentalPurley3.4 miles north-east–––4.8 (201 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to CR5 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Coulsdon, 0.9 miles north; the next are Purley (2.2 miles north) and Banstead (2.6 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Coulsdon20.9 miles north
Purley42.2 miles north
Banstead22.6 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CR5

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Zen House Dental Banstead (5.0 from 556 reviews), 2.7 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Zen House Dental BansteadBanstead5.0 (556 reviews)2.7 miles west
Banstead Dental Care: Family and Dental Implant CentreBanstead4.9 (288 reviews)2.6 miles west
72 DentalCoulsdon4.8 (675 reviews)0.9 miles north
Mayfield DentalPurley4.8 (201 reviews)3.4 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 CR5

CR5 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: 72 Dental in Coulsdon is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 69 practices, and within 20 there are 303.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 72 Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around CR5 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 CR5 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is 72 Dental in Coulsdon, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 14 miles away.

CR5 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaCroydon
NHS dental servicesNHS South West London Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1623.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents10,108 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 37.7% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car16.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre2,318 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health12.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalGuy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 14 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsWoodcote High School — 1.4 miles
Oasis Academy Coulsdon — 1.4 miles
The John Fisher School — 2.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles8 schools, about 9,732 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area153 schools, 63,189 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.7% across the local ICB (OHID)
Orthodontic practices on record2
Nearest orthodontic practices72 Dental, Coulsdon — under a mile
Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley, Purley — 2 miles
Banstead Dental Care: Family and Dental Implant Centre, Banstead — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles69 within 10 miles, 303 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsCR8, CR3, CR2, CR90, RH1, CR9, CR6, CR0

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.

Starting your orthodontic search in CR5

A typical orthodontic search around CR5 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.

The nearest town page for CR5 is Coulsdon.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CR5

Where is the nearest orthodontist to CR5?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CR5 is 72 Dental in Coulsdon, about 0.9 miles to the north. The next closest are ConfiDental Clinic Purley (2.2 miles) and Dental Beauty Orthodontics Purley (2.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near CR5?

Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of CR5, 69 practices within 10 miles and 303 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near CR5?

The nearest practice to CR5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 72 Dental in Coulsdon, about 0.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include ConfiDental Clinic Purley (2.2 miles).

Which places are in or near the CR5 postcode district?

Places in or next to CR5 include Coulsdon, Coulsdon West, Netherne on-the-Hill, Coulsdon East, Hooley, Chipstead, Woodmansterne and Russell Hill.

How do I find an orthodontist near the CR5 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Coulsdon, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.

How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CR5?

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.

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