Orthodontic practices near EC2Y
On our practice register: 74 practices within 5 miles of EC2Y, 188 practices within 10 and 377 practices within 20. The closest is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 0.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 0.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (543 reviews) |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 0.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| The BraceSpitalfields | 0.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (722 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EC2Y with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.2 miles west; the next are Barbican (0.3 miles east) and Islington (0.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 | 0.2 miles west |
| Barbican | 2 | 0.3 miles east |
| Islington | 1 | 0.6 miles south |
| Spitalfields | 1 | 0.7 miles east |
| Highbury | 1 | 1.1 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 EC2Y
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London in Barbican (4.9 from 1,505 reviews), 0.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) | 0.3 miles east |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) | 1.1 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 EC2Y
EC2Y 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 377.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clear Braces Direct (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around EC2Y 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 EC2Y 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 Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 1 mile away.
EC2Y 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 | 6,822 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.4% aged 16 to 24 and 44.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 75.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,075 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Central Foundation Boys' School — 0.5 miles London Nautical, City of London Academy — 1.1 miles Haberdashers' Borough Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 55 schools, about 52,466 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 Clear Braces Direct, Islington — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 188 within 10 miles, 377 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC1Y, EC2V, EC2R, EC4N, EC2M, EC4M, EC1V, EC2N |
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 EC2Y
Patients in the EC2Y area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EC2Y is Barbican.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EC2Y
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EC2Y?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EC2Y is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, about 0.2 miles to the west. The next closest are ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.3 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EC2Y?
Our register has 74 practices within 5 miles of EC2Y, 188 practices within 10 miles and 377 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EC2Y?
The nearest practice to EC2Y that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, about 0.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.5 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the EC2Y postcode district?
Places in or next to EC2Y include Barbican, Bassishaw, Bunhill, Cheap, Coleman Street, Cripplegate, Aldersgate and Farringdon.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EC2Y postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Barbican, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.