Orthodontic practices near NE3
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of NE3, 35 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, 0.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Dental Care WellingboroughGosforth | 0.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (108 reviews) |
| Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle DentistNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist NewcastleGosforth | 1.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (310 reviews) |
| Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, NewcastleWallsend | 1.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (811 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental HospitalNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.3 (177 reviews) |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (122 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 2.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gosforth, 0.8 miles south-east; the next are Newcastle upon Tyne (0.8 miles south-east) and Wallsend (1.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gosforth | 2 | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 4 | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Wallsend | 1 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Benwell | 1 | 2.2 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 NE3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist Newcastle in Gosforth (4.9 from 310 reviews), 1.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist NewcastleGosforth | 4.9 (310 reviews) | 1.5 miles west |
| Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle DentistNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (254 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (122 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-east |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (11 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE3
The nearest practice to NE3 is Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, 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 35 practices, and within 20 there are 54.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (2.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around NE3 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 NE3 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away.
NE3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 23.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,043 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 33% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 36.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,241 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gosforth Junior High Academy — 0.4 miles Gosforth Academy — 0.5 miles Gosforth East Middle School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 14,357 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 107 schools, 46,647 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough, Gosforth — under a mile Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle Dentist, Newcastle upon Tyne — under a mile Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, Newcastle, Wallsend — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 54 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE13, NE4, NE2, NE1, NE99, NE98, NE5, 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 NE3
People searching from NE3 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE3 is Fawdon.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE3 is Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, about 0.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle Dentist (0.8 miles) and Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist Newcastle (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE3?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of NE3, 35 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE3?
The nearest practice to NE3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, about 0.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE3 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE3 include Fawdon, Melton Park, Gosforth, Brunton Park, Newcastle Great Park, Cowgate, West Jesmond and Hazlerigg.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Fawdon, Newcastle upon Tyne, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.