Orthodontic practices near SE27
On our practice register: 50 practices within 5 miles of SE27, 185 practices within 10 and 344 practices within 20. The closest is Dulwich Smile Suite in Gipsy Hill, 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Smile SuiteGipsy Hill | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (47 reviews) |
| DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRELondon | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE ORTHODONTIC SUITELondon | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dulwich Orthodontic CentrePeckham | 0.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 3.8 (191 reviews) |
| Dental Beauty StreathamStreatham | 1.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (440 reviews) |
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (262 reviews) |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 2.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (462 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SE27 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Gipsy Hill, 0.6 miles north-east; the next are London (0.6 miles north-east) and Peckham (0.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gipsy Hill | 1 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| London | 2 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Peckham | 1 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Streatham | 1 | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Brixton Hill | 1 | 2.1 miles north |
| Brixton | 1 | 2.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SE27
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Orchard Orthodontics LONDON in Brixton Hill (4.9 from 1,279 reviews), 2.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Orthodontics LONDONBrixton Hill | 4.9 (1,279 reviews) | 2.1 miles north |
| London Dental Arts Forest HillForest Hill | 4.9 (462 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Dental Beauty StreathamStreatham | 4.8 (440 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Brixton Smiles Dental ClinicBrixton | 4.8 (262 reviews) | 2.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SE27
The nearest practice to SE27 is Dulwich Smile Suite in Gipsy Hill, 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 185 practices, and within 20 there are 344.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dulwich Orthodontic Centre (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SE27 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 SE27 are commissioned by NHS South East London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 5 miles away.
SE27 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lambeth |
| NHS dental services | NHS South 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,109 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 42% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 45.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,638 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Elmgreen School — 0.6 miles The Norwood School — 0.6 miles St Joseph's College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 31 schools, about 34,077 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 96 schools, 35,727 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 20% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dulwich Smile Suite, Gipsy Hill — under a mile DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, London — under a mile Dulwich Orthodontic Centre, Peckham — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 185 within 10 miles, 344 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE21, SE19, SE24, CR7, SE22, SE25, SE5, SE20 |
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 SE27
Most SE27 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SE27 is West Norwood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SE27
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SE27?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SE27 is Dulwich Smile Suite in Gipsy Hill, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.6 miles) and THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SE27?
Our register has 50 practices within 5 miles of SE27, 185 practices within 10 miles and 344 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SE27?
The nearest practice to SE27 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DULWICH ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in London, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC SUITE (0.6 miles) and Orchard Orthodontics LONDON (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SE27 postcode district?
Places in or next to SE27 include West Norwood, Knight's Hill, Thurlow Park, Gipsy Hill, West Dulwich, Upper Norwood, Streatham Wells and Brockwell Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SE27 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering West Norwood, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.