Orthodontic practices near WC1X
On our practice register: 73 practices within 5 miles of WC1X, 187 practices within 10 and 372 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Clear Aligners London in Highbury, 0.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 0.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (382 reviews) |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 0.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 0.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (16 reviews) |
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (93 reviews) |
| Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, IslingtonIslington | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (214 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD)London | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (HIGH HOLBORN)London | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| ANGLE HOUSE ORTHODONTICS ISLINGTONLondon | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WC1X with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Highbury, 0.3 miles north-west; the next are Holborn (0.6 miles south) and Islington (0.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Highbury | 2 | 0.3 miles north-west |
| Holborn | 1 | 0.6 miles south |
| Islington | 2 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| London | 3 | 0.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WC1X
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), 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel OrthodonticsIslington | 5.0 (93 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| London Clear BracesHolborn | 5.0 (16 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| London City SmilesHighbury | 4.8 (1,371 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Dr Clear Aligners LondonHighbury | 4.7 (382 reviews) | 0.3 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 WC1X
WC1X has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dr Clear Aligners London in Highbury 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 372.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Clear Aligners London (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; London Clear Braces (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around WC1X 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 WC1X are commissioned by NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Angel Orthodontics in Islington, 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.
WC1X 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 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,666 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 | 20.4% aged 16 to 24 and 40.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 72.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 13,211 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17% 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 — 0.4 miles Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ — 0.8 miles Regent High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 53 schools, about 47,734 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 89 schools, 28,805 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Clear Aligners London, Highbury — under a mile London Clear Braces, Holborn — under a mile Angel Orthodontics, Islington — under a mile |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 187 within 10 miles, 372 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 WC1X
A typical orthodontic search around WC1X mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 WC1X is King's Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WC1X
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WC1X?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WC1X is Dr Clear Aligners London in Highbury, about 0.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are London City Smiles (0.6 miles) and London Clear Braces (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WC1X?
Our register has 73 practices within 5 miles of WC1X, 187 practices within 10 miles and 372 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WC1X?
The nearest practice to WC1X that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Angel Orthodontics in Islington, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Angel Smile Dental- Private Dentist in Angel, Islington (0.6 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTIC (FARRINGDON ROAD) (0.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WC1X postcode district?
Places in or next to WC1X include King's Cross, Finsbury, Pentonville, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Holborn and Covent Garden, Clerkenwell and Farringdon Without.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WC1X postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around King's Cross, Greater London, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near WC1X?
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.