Orthodontic practices near EC3A
On our practice register: 73 practices within 5 miles of EC3A, 184 practices within 10 and 379 practices within 20. The closest is The Brace in Spitalfields, 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The BraceSpitalfields | 0.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (722 reviews) |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 0.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 0.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (543 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTDLondon | 0.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 1.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ANTONIO D'APUZZOLondon | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (69 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EC3A with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Spitalfields, 0.3 miles north-east; the next are Barbican (0.4 miles north-west) and Islington (0.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Spitalfields | 1 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Barbican | 2 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Islington | 1 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| London | 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 EC3A
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), 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 1.2 miles north-west |
| ANTONIO D'APUZZOLondon | 4.9 (69 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EC3A
The nearest practice to EC3A is The Brace in Spitalfields, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 184 practices, and within 20 there are 379.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Brace (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Clear Braces Direct (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around EC3A 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 EC3A 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, under a mile away.
EC3A 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 4.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,724 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 | 19.2% aged 16 to 24 and 49.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 81.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,482 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 — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | London Enterprise Academy — 0.7 miles Mulberry Academy London Dock — 0.7 miles Central Foundation Boys' School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 55 schools, about 51,314 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 6 schools, 2,891 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Brace, Spitalfields — 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 | 184 within 10 miles, 379 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC3M, EC3N, EC3R, EC2N, EC3V, EC2M, EC2A, EC2R |
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 EC3A
A typical orthodontic search around EC3A 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 EC3A is Aldgate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EC3A
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EC3A?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EC3A is The Brace in Spitalfields, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.4 miles) and Clear Braces Direct (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EC3A?
Our register has 73 practices within 5 miles of EC3A, 184 practices within 10 miles and 379 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EC3A?
The nearest practice to EC3A that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Barbican Orthodontic Clinic in London, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.8 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the EC3A postcode district?
Places in or next to EC3A include Aldgate, Fenchurch Street, Langbourn, Lime Street, Portsoken, Tower, Tower Hill and Tower of London.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EC3A postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Aldgate, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.