Orthodontic practices near EC3R
On our practice register: 80 practices within 5 miles of EC3R, 185 practices within 10 and 379 practices within 20. The closest is Clear Braces Direct in Islington, 0.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 0.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (543 reviews) |
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 0.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) |
| NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTDLondon | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The BraceSpitalfields | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (722 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| ANTONIO D'APUZZOLondon | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (69 reviews) |
| Whites Dental WaterlooPeckham | 1.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (687 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 1.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EC3R with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Islington, 0.3 miles west; the next are Barbican (0.5 miles north) and London (0.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Islington | 1 | 0.3 miles west |
| Barbican | 1 | 0.5 miles north |
| London | 4 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Spitalfields | 1 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Peckham | 1 | 1.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EC3R
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), 0.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces LondonBarbican | 4.9 (1,505 reviews) | 0.5 miles north |
| Clear Braces DirectIslington | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| ANTONIO D'APUZZOLondon | 4.9 (69 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
| The BraceSpitalfields | 4.8 (722 reviews) | 0.6 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 EC3R
EC3R has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Clear Braces Direct in Islington is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 185 practices, and within 20 there are 379.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clear Braces Direct (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around EC3R 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 EC3R are commissioned by NHS North East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD 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.
EC3R 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 | 1,622 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 20.2% aged 16 to 24 and 57.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 83.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 984 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 7.2% 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 | Mulberry Academy London Dock — 0.8 miles Haberdashers' Borough Academy — 0.8 miles London Enterprise Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 54 schools, about 49,801 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 | Clear Braces Direct, Islington — under a mile ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London, Barbican — under a mile NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD, London — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 185 within 10 miles, 379 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC3M, EC3V, EC3A, EC2N, EC4R, EC3N, EC4N, EC2M |
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 EC3R
Patients in the EC3R 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 EC3R is Aldgate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EC3R
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EC3R?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EC3R is Clear Braces Direct in Islington, about 0.3 miles to the west. The next closest are ODL Dental Clinic - Affordable Braces London (0.5 miles) and NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EC3R?
Our register has 80 practices within 5 miles of EC3R, 185 practices within 10 miles and 379 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EC3R?
The nearest practice to EC3R that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NOVELTY ORTHODONTICS LTD in London, about 0.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Barbican Orthodontic Clinic (0.9 miles) and Whites Dental Waterloo (1.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the EC3R postcode district?
Places in or next to EC3R include Aldgate, Fenchurch Street, Langbourn, Lime Street, Portsoken, Tower, Tower Hill and Tower of London.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EC3R postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Aldgate, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near EC3R online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a 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.