Orthodontic practices near EC1Y
On our practice register: 73 practices within 5 miles of EC1Y, 188 practices within 10 and 375 practices within 20. The closest is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, 0.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 0.4 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 0.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The BraceSpitalfields | 0.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (722 reviews) |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 0.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (543 reviews) |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 0.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 0.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EC1Y with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.3 miles south-west; the next are Barbican (0.4 miles south-east) and Spitalfields (0.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 | 0.3 miles south-west |
| Barbican | 2 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Spitalfields | 1 | 0.7 miles south-east |
| Islington | 2 | 0.8 miles south |
| Highbury | 1 | 0.9 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 EC1Y
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Angel Orthodontics in Islington (5.0 from 93 reviews), 0.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 0.9 miles north-west |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 0.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EC1Y
EC1Y has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Barbican Orthodontic Clinic 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 188 practices, and within 20 there are 375.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: London Orthodontic Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Clear Braces Direct (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around EC1Y 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 EC1Y are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 1 mile away.
EC1Y at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | City of London |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 6.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,007 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 | 14.6% aged 16 to 24 and 44% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 79.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11,330 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Central Foundation Boys' School — 0.3 miles City of London Academy Islington — 0.9 miles City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 54 schools, about 51,574 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 6 schools, 2,891 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Barbican Orthodontic Clinic, London — under a mile ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London, Barbican — under a mile The Brace, Spitalfields — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 188 within 10 miles, 375 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC2Y, EC1V, EC2R, EC2A, EC2M, EC2V, EC2N, EC1M |
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 EC1Y
A typical orthodontic search around EC1Y 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.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EC1Y is Barbican.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EC1Y
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EC1Y?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EC1Y is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.4 miles) and London Orthodontic Clinic (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EC1Y?
Our register has 73 practices within 5 miles of EC1Y, 188 practices within 10 miles and 375 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EC1Y?
The nearest practice to EC1Y that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, about 0.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.6 miles) and Angel Orthodontics (0.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the EC1Y postcode district?
Places in or next to EC1Y include Barbican, Bassishaw, Bunhill, Cheap, Coleman Street, Cripplegate, Old Street and Aldersgate.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EC1Y postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Barbican, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near EC1Y?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.