Orthodontic practices near SW1H
On our practice register: 85 practices within 5 miles of SW1H, 196 practices within 10 and 373 practices within 20. The closest is UK Smile in London, 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SmileLondon | 0.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (203 reviews) |
| Buckingham Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 0.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (1,518 reviews) |
| London Dental StudioCity of Westminster | 0.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (522 reviews) |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 1.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Whites Dental WaterlooPeckham | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (687 reviews) |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 1.4 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (137 reviews) |
| Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos OrthodonticsLondon | 1.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (206 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SW1H with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.2 miles west; the next are Battersea (0.3 miles west) and City of Westminster (0.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 | 0.2 miles west |
| Battersea | 2 | 0.3 miles west |
| City of Westminster | 1 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Peckham | 1 | 1.3 miles east |
| Chelsea | 1 | 1.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SW1H
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), 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| UK SmileLondon | 5.0 (203 reviews) | 0.2 miles west |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 5.0 (137 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Dr Ektor Grammatopoulos OrthodonticsLondon | 4.9 (206 reviews) | 1.4 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 SW1H
SW1H 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 196 practices, and within 20 there are 373.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Buckingham Gate Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Whites Dental Waterloo (1.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around SW1H 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 SW1H are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Boston Orthodontics Belgravia in Battersea, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 2 miles away.
SW1H 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,310 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.4% aged 16 to 24 and 45.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 75.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,446 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Grey Coat Hospital — 0.2 miles Westminster City School — 0.2 miles Pimlico Academy — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 39 schools, about 30,468 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 | 196 within 10 miles, 373 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SE11, EC4Y, 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.
Teeth straightening near SW1H
People searching from SW1H 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 SW1H is Tachbrook.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SW1H
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SW1H?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SW1H is UK Smile in London, about 0.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Buckingham Gate Orthodontics (0.3 miles) and London Dental Studio (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SW1H?
Our register has 85 practices within 5 miles of SW1H, 196 practices within 10 miles and 373 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SW1H?
The nearest practice to SW1H that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Boston Orthodontics Belgravia in Battersea, about 0.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (1.1 miles) and Whites Dental Waterloo (1.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the SW1H postcode district?
Places in or next to SW1H include Tachbrook, Vincent Square, Pimlico, Belgravia, Nine Elms, South Lambeth, Queenstown and Prince's.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SW1H postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Tachbrook, Greater London, 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 SW1H?
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.