Orthodontic practices near CR9
On our practice register: 32 practices within 5 miles of CR9, 120 practices within 10 and 338 practices within 20. The closest is Orchard Orthodontics in London, 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (524 reviews) |
| Heathfield Dental ClinicSouth Croydon | 0.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (330 reviews) |
| London Road Dental CentreCroydon | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (182 reviews) |
| Croydon Orthodontic Practice Tim McDonogh And AssociatesCroydon | 0.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (4 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics South CroydonSouth Croydon | 0.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (226 reviews) |
| CROYDON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESouth Croydon | 0.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (352 reviews) |
| Addiscombe OrthodonticsCroydon | 1.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (46 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CR9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.6 miles north-east; the next are South Croydon (0.7 miles south) and Croydon (0.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| South Croydon | 3 | 0.7 miles south |
| Croydon | 4 | 0.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CR9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orchard Orthodontics in London (4.8 from 524 reviews), 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard OrthodonticsLondon | 4.8 (524 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Gentle Dental CareCroydon | 4.8 (352 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Dental Beauty Orthodontics South CroydonSouth Croydon | 4.4 (226 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| London Road Dental CentreCroydon | 4.3 (182 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CR9
CR9 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Orchard Orthodontics in London is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 120 practices, and within 20 there are 338.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Orchard Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Gentle Dental Care (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around CR9 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 CR9 are commissioned by NHS South West London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orchard Orthodontics in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 9 miles away.
CR9 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Croydon |
| NHS dental services | NHS South West London 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 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,892 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 54.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 65.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,423 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Harris Invictus Academy Croydon — 0.5 miles St Mary's Catholic High School — 0.5 miles Archbishop Tenison's CofE High School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 24 schools, about 23,195 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 153 schools, 63,189 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 6 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orchard Orthodontics, London — under a mile Heathfield Dental Clinic, South Croydon — under a mile London Road Dental Centre, Croydon — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 120 within 10 miles, 338 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CR90, CR0, CR7, CR2, SE25, CR8, SE19, SE20 |
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 CR9
People searching from CR9 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 CR9 is Croydon.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CR9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CR9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CR9 is Orchard Orthodontics in London, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Heathfield Dental Clinic (0.7 miles) and London Road Dental Centre (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CR9?
Our register has 32 practices within 5 miles of CR9, 120 practices within 10 miles and 338 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CR9?
The nearest practice to CR9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orchard Orthodontics in London, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include CROYDON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (0.8 miles) and Gentle Dental Care (0.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the CR9 postcode district?
Places in or next to CR9 include Croydon, Croham, South Croydon, Waddon, Selhurst, Addiscombe, Broad Green and Purley Way.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CR9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Croydon, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near CR9?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.