Orthodontic practices near NE27
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of NE27, 36 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Monkseaton Dental Practice in Whitley Bay, 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkseaton Dental PracticeWhitley Bay | 1.9 miles east | – | – | – | 3.3 (21 reviews) |
| New Smile CompanyNorth Shields | 2.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (18 reviews) |
| Verne Road Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 2.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (58 reviews) |
| Oraprime OrthodonticsWhitley Bay | 2.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| The Dental Studio ProstheticsWhitley Bay | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Osborne OrthodonticsNorth Shields | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.9 (40 reviews) |
| Osborne Family DentistsSouth Shields | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (16 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE27 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Whitley Bay, 1.9 miles east; the next are North Shields (2.4 miles south-east) and South Shields (3.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay | 3 | 1.9 miles east |
| North Shields | 4 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| South Shields | 1 | 3.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE27
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alma Dental Practice in North Shields (5.0 from 96 reviews), 3.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| The Dental Studio ProstheticsWhitley Bay | 4.7 (14 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
| New Smile CompanyNorth Shields | 4.6 (18 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Osborne Family DentistsSouth Shields | 4.3 (16 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE27
NE27 is 1.9 miles from Monkseaton Dental Practice in Whitley Bay, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oraprime Orthodontics (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around NE27 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 miles 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 NE27 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental Studio Prosthetics in Whitley Bay, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 6 miles away.
NE27 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Tyneside |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria 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 | 23.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,153 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 36.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,075 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wellfield Middle School — 1.2 miles St Thomas More Catholic High School — 1.8 miles Monkseaton High School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 16 schools, about 12,098 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 30,934 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Monkseaton Dental Practice, Whitley Bay — 2 miles New Smile Company, North Shields — 2 miles Osborne Family Dentists, South Shields — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE25, NE28, NE29, NE12, NE26, NE31, NE32, NE7 |
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 NE27
People searching from NE27 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 NE27 is Shiremoor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE27
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE27?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE27 is Monkseaton Dental Practice in Whitley Bay, about 1.9 miles to the east. The next closest are New Smile Company (2.4 miles) and Verne Road Dental Practice (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE27?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of NE27, 36 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE27?
The nearest practice to NE27 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Dental Studio Prosthetics in Whitley Bay, about 3.0 miles to the east.
Which places are in or near the NE27 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE27 include Shiremoor, Backworth, East Holywell, West Holywell, Benton Square, Palmersville, Bates Cottages and Seaton Terrace.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE27 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Shiremoor, North Tyneside, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near NE27?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Shiremoor, North Tyneside can start an assessment today.
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.