Orthodontic practices near PO3
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of PO3, 27 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Dental HealthPortsmouth | 0.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| Victoria Dental PracticeSouthsea | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (36 reviews) |
| SOUTHSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESouthsea | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Hampshire Terrace Dental CarePortsmouth | 2.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (532 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 2.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (868 reviews) |
| Lighthouse Dental Practice LtdPortsmouth | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (589 reviews) |
| Cathedral Dental PracticeOld Portsmouth | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (6 reviews) |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 3.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (147 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PO3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portsmouth, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Southsea (2.1 miles south-west) and Old Portsmouth (2.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth | 4 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Southsea | 2 | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Old Portsmouth | 1 | 2.6 miles south-west |
| Gosport | 1 | 3.2 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 PO3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice in Portsmouth (4.9 from 868 reviews), 2.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Lighthouse Dental Practice LtdPortsmouth | 4.9 (589 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Coast Dental HealthPortsmouth | 4.9 (312 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Millennium Dental ClinicGosport | 4.9 (147 reviews) | 3.2 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 PO3
The nearest practice to PO3 is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 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 27 practices, and within 20 there are 64.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around PO3 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 PO3 are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Dental Practice in Southsea, 2.1 miles away.
PO3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Portsmouth |
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 19.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,306 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,673 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Admiral Lord Nelson School — 0.4 miles Mayfield School — 0.5 miles The Portsmouth Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 10,758 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 65 schools, 29,581 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Coast Dental Health, Portsmouth — under a mile Victoria Dental Practice, Southsea — 2 miles Cathedral Dental Practice, Old Portsmouth — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 64 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PO2, PO4, PO6, PO1, PO5, PO7, PO12, PO11 |
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 PO3
Most PO3 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 PO3 is Copnor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PO3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PO3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PO3 is Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Victoria Dental Practice (2.1 miles) and SOUTHSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PO3?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of PO3, 27 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PO3?
The nearest practice to PO3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Dental Practice in Southsea, about 2.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include SOUTHSEA ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the PO3 postcode district?
Places in or next to PO3 include Copnor, Baffins, North End, Anchorage Park, Hilsea, St Francis Court, Vicarage Row and Fratton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PO3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Copnor, Portsmouth, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near PO3?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.