Orthodontic practices near W5
On our practice register: 51 practices within 5 miles of W5, 166 practices within 10 and 370 practices within 20. The closest is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, 0.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing Dental SpecialistsEaling Common | 0.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (417 reviews) |
| Dickens Yard Dental EalingEaling Common | 0.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (321 reviews) |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| DrPachaOrthodonticsActon | 0.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Octagon OrthodonticsGreenford | 0.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Acton Dental CareActon | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (113 reviews) |
| All Orthodontics.Acton | 1.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (22 reviews) |
| OrthodentalHeston | 1.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (62 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to W5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ealing Common, 0.2 miles east; the next are London (0.5 miles west) and Acton (0.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ealing Common | 2 | 0.2 miles east |
| London | 1 | 0.5 miles west |
| Acton | 3 | 0.7 miles east |
| Greenford | 1 | 0.8 miles north-west |
| Heston | 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 W5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Acton Dental Care (5.0 from 113 reviews), 1.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Acton Dental CareActon | 5.0 (113 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| Straight Talk OrthodonticsLondon | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| Dickens Yard Dental EalingEaling Common | 4.9 (321 reviews) | 0.2 miles west |
| OrthodentalHeston | 4.8 (62 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from W5
The nearest practice to W5 is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, 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 166 practices, and within 20 there are 370.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: DrPachaOrthodontics (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around W5 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 W5 are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 8 miles away.
W5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ealing |
| 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 | 14% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,030 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 51.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 49.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,714 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ada Lovelace Church of England High School — 0.5 miles The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls — 0.7 miles Twyford Church of England High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 24 schools, about 29,255 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 112 schools, 57,704 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ealing Dental Specialists, Ealing Common — under a mile Straight Talk Orthodontics, London — under a mile DrPachaOrthodontics, Acton — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 166 within 10 miles, 370 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HA0, HA9, NW26, NW10, HA1, HA3, HA2, NW9 |
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 W5
A typical orthodontic search around W5 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 W5 is Ealing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near W5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to W5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to W5 is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, about 0.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Dickens Yard Dental Ealing (0.2 miles) and Straight Talk Orthodontics (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near W5?
Our register has 51 practices within 5 miles of W5, 166 practices within 10 miles and 370 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near W5?
The nearest practice to W5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ealing Dental Specialists in Ealing Common, about 0.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Straight Talk Orthodontics (0.5 miles) and Acton Dental Care (1.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the W5 postcode district?
Places in or next to W5 include Ealing, Ealing Common, Ealing Broadway, West Ealing, Cleveland, Hanger Hill, Acton and South Acton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the W5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Ealing, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near W5?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.