Orthodontic practices near WC1R
On our practice register: 83 practices within 5 miles of WC1R, 190 practices within 10 and 376 practices within 20. The closest is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) in London, 0.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 0.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 0.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| Barbican Orthodontic ClinicLondon | 0.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (59 reviews) |
| SOHO ORTHODONTIC CLINICLondon | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 1.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WC1R with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is London, 0.1 miles south-west; the next are Holborn (0.2 miles south-west) and Highbury (0.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 4 | 0.1 miles south-west |
| Holborn | 1 | 0.2 miles south-west |
| Highbury | 2 | 0.7 miles north |
| Islington | 1 | 1.0 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 WC1R
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), 1.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-east |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.2 miles south-west |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-east |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 4.7 (382 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WC1R
WC1R has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) 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 190 practices, and within 20 there are 376.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around WC1R 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 WC1R are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) 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.
WC1R 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,574 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 19.2% aged 16 to 24 and 39.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 75.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,953 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% 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 — 0.9 miles London Nautical, City of London Academy — 1.0 miles Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 51 schools, about 44,347 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN), London — under a mile London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile Dr Clear Aligners London, Highbury — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 190 within 10 miles, 376 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EC1P, EC4P, EC2P, EC3P, EC1N, EC4A, EC1R, EC4Y |
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 WC1R
A typical orthodontic search around WC1R 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 WC1R is Bloomsbury.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WC1R
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WC1R?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WC1R is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) in London, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are London Clear Braces (0.2 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WC1R?
Our register has 83 practices within 5 miles of WC1R, 190 practices within 10 miles and 376 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WC1R?
The nearest practice to WC1R that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN) in London, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.4 miles) and Barbican Orthodontic Clinic (0.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the WC1R postcode district?
Places in or next to WC1R include Bloomsbury, Holborn, Holborn and Covent Garden, Clerkenwell, Farringdon Without, Charing Cross, Covent Garden and King's Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WC1R postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Bloomsbury, Greater London, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.