Orthodontic practices near N5
On our practice register: 62 practices within 5 miles of N5, 172 practices within 10 and 371 practices within 20. The closest is Invisiblebraces4U Islington, 1.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invisiblebraces4U IslingtonIslington | 1.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (451 reviews) |
| Manor Orthodontic & Implant ClinicSt. Ann's | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| Brecknock DentalLondon | 1.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (1,198 reviews) |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTONLondon | 1.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 1.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, IslingtonIslington | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (214 reviews) |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 1.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to N5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Islington, 1.1 miles south; the next are St. Ann's (1.3 miles north) and London (1.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Islington | 3 | 1.1 miles south |
| St. Ann's | 1 | 1.3 miles north |
| London | 2 | 1.4 miles west |
| Highbury | 1 | 1.5 miles south |
| Barbican | 1 | 1.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of N5
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), 1.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 1.5 miles south |
| London Orthodontic ClinicBarbican | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 1.7 miles south |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) | 1.5 miles south |
| Brecknock DentalLondon | 4.7 (1,198 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from N5
N5 is 1.1 miles from Invisiblebraces4U Islington, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 172 practices, and within 20 there are 371.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: London Orthodontic Clinic (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Invisiblebraces4U Islington (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around N5 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around N5 are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Manor Orthodontic & Implant Clinic in St. Ann's, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away.
N5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Islington |
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North 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 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,055 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 48.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 58% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 12,973 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highbury Fields School — 0.1 miles City of London Academy Highbury Grove — 0.3 miles St Mary Magdalene Academy — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 43 schools, about 40,261 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 23,300 pupils (DfE) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Invisiblebraces4U Islington, Islington — 1 miles Manor Orthodontic & Implant Clinic, St. Ann's — 1 miles Brecknock Dental, London — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 172 within 10 miles, 371 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | N1, N4, N7, N16, N81, EC1V, EC1R, EC1Y |
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.
Braces and aligners in the N5 area
People searching from N5 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for N5 is Highbury.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near N5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to N5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to N5 is Invisiblebraces4U Islington, about 1.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Manor Orthodontic & Implant Clinic (1.3 miles) and Brecknock Dental (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near N5?
Our register has 62 practices within 5 miles of N5, 172 practices within 10 miles and 371 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near N5?
The nearest practice to N5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Manor Orthodontic & Implant Clinic in St. Ann's, about 1.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Brecknock Dental (1.4 miles) and ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTON (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the N5 postcode district?
Places in or next to N5 include Highbury, Highbury East, Mildmay, Highbury West, Islington, St. Peter's, Brownswood and Canonbury.
How do I find an orthodontist near the N5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Highbury, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near N5?
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.