Orthodontic practices near SW1A
On our practice register: 85 practices within 5 miles of SW1A, 194 practices within 10 and 374 practices within 20. The closest is UK Smile in London, 0.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SmileLondon | 0.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (203 reviews) |
| Buckingham Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 0.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (1,518 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| London Dental StudioCity of Westminster | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (522 reviews) |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 1.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos OrthodonticsLondon | 1.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (206 reviews) |
| Bass OrthodonticsSoho | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SW1A with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.4 miles south-west; the next are Battersea (0.5 miles south-west) and City of Westminster (0.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Battersea | 2 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| City of Westminster | 1 | 0.9 miles south |
| Holborn | 1 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Soho | 1 | 1.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SW1A
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is UK Smile in London (5.0 from 203 reviews), 0.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 0.4 miles south-west |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-west |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos OrthodonticsLondon | 4.9 (206 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SW1A
SW1A has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: UK Smile in London is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 194 practices, and within 20 there are 374.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Buckingham Gate Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; London Clear Braces (1.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around SW1A 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 SW1A are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 2 miles away.
SW1A at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westminster |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 10.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,468 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 19.9% aged 16 to 24 and 46.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 70.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,859 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 6.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Academy21 — 0.5 miles Westminster City School — 0.5 miles The Grey Coat Hospital — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 41 schools, about 33,609 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 84 schools, 28,683 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | UK Smile, London — under a mile Buckingham Gate Orthodontics, Battersea — under a mile London Dental Studio, City of Westminster — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 194 within 10 miles, 374 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC4Y, SE11, EC4A, EC1N, EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P |
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 SW1A
Most SW1A 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 SW1A is Westminster Abbey.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SW1A
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SW1A?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SW1A is UK Smile in London, about 0.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Buckingham Gate Orthodontics (0.5 miles) and SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SW1A?
Our register has 85 practices within 5 miles of SW1A, 194 practices within 10 miles and 374 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SW1A?
The nearest practice to SW1A that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC in London, about 0.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Boston Orthodontics Belgravia (0.8 miles) and Bass Orthodontics (1.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the SW1A postcode district?
Places in or next to SW1A include Westminster Abbey, London, City of Westminster, Soho, St James's, West End, Charing Cross and Covent Garden.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SW1A postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Westminster Abbey, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.