Orthodontic practices near SW5
On our practice register: 89 practices within 5 miles of SW5, 192 practices within 10 and 373 practices within 20. The closest is Mary Lo, Specialist Orthodontist in London, 0.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Lo, Specialist OrthodontistLondon | 0.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (11 reviews) |
| Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea | 0.2 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (217 reviews) |
| Queens Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Moira Wong OrthodonticsLondon | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (79 reviews) |
| Moonz | Orthodontic Practice LondonBattersea | 0.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (50 reviews) |
| SW3 DentalBattersea | 0.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| The Kensington ClinicNotting Hill | 1.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (175 reviews) |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 1.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (137 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SW5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.1 miles north; the next are Battersea (0.2 miles south) and Notting Hill (1.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 | 0.1 miles north |
| Battersea | 4 | 0.2 miles south |
| Notting Hill | 1 | 1.0 miles north-west |
| Chelsea | 1 | 1.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SW5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centre in Battersea (5.0 from 217 reviews), 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centreBattersea | 5.0 (217 reviews) | 0.2 miles south |
| Knightsbridge DentistChelsea | 5.0 (137 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| SW3 DentalBattersea | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-east |
| Queens Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SW5
The nearest practice to SW5 is Mary Lo, Specialist Orthodontist in London, 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 192 practices, and within 20 there are 373.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around SW5 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 SW5 are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away.
SW5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Kensington and Chelsea |
| 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 | 11.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,237 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 15.8% aged 16 to 24 and 43.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 68.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 18,923 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The London Oratory School — 0.4 miles The Fulham Boys School — 0.9 miles Holland Park School — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 35 schools, about 32,178 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 23,241 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Mary Lo, Specialist Orthodontist, London — under a mile Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centre, Battersea — under a mile The Kensington Clinic, Notting Hill — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 192 within 10 miles, 373 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NW8, NW6, NW1, NW3, NW26, NW2, NW10, NW5 |
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 SW5
Patients in the SW5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SW5 is Redcliffe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SW5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SW5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SW5 is Mary Lo, Specialist Orthodontist in London, about 0.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Thousand Smiles | Invisalign Offer, Orthodontic and Implant centre (0.2 miles) and Queens Gate Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SW5?
Our register has 89 practices within 5 miles of SW5, 192 practices within 10 miles and 373 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SW5?
The nearest practice to SW5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, about 0.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Moira Wong Orthodontics (0.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the SW5 postcode district?
Places in or next to SW5 include Redcliffe, West Brompton, Earls Court, Parsons Green and Walham, Courtfield, Fulham, Fulham Broadway and Walham Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SW5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Redcliffe, Greater London, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near SW5?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.