Orthodontic practices near W1A
On our practice register: 76 practices within 5 miles of W1A, 187 practices within 10 and 375 practices within 20. The closest is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) in London, 0.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 0.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 0.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 0.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, IslingtonIslington | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (214 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to W1A with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.4 miles south-east; the next are Highbury (0.5 miles north-west) and Holborn (0.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Highbury | 2 | 0.5 miles north-west |
| Holborn | 1 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Islington | 2 | 0.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of W1A
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Angel Orthodontics in Islington (5.0 from 93 reviews), 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-east |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-west |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 4.7 (382 reviews) | 0.5 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 W1A
W1A has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) 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 187 practices, and within 20 there are 375.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Clear Aligners London (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around W1A 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 W1A are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) in London, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, under a mile away.
W1A at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Camden |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,338 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14% aged 16 to 24 and 44% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 71.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10,965 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School — 0.6 miles Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 1.0 miles City of London Academy Islington — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 54 schools, about 48,563 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD), London — under a mile Dr Clear Aligners London, Highbury — under a mile London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 187 within 10 miles, 375 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P, EC1R, EC1N, EC1A, EC4A |
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 W1A
Patients in the W1A area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for W1A is Clerkenwell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near W1A
Where is the nearest orthodontist to W1A?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to W1A is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) in London, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dr Clear Aligners London (0.5 miles) and London Clear Braces (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near W1A?
Our register has 76 practices within 5 miles of W1A, 187 practices within 10 miles and 375 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near W1A?
The nearest practice to W1A that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) in London, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) (0.5 miles) and Angel Orthodontics (0.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the W1A postcode district?
Places in or next to W1A include Clerkenwell, Farringdon Without, Finsbury, Pentonville, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Holborn and Covent Garden and King's Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the W1A postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Clerkenwell, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near W1A?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Clerkenwell, Greater London, subject to clinical suitability.
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.