Orthodontic practices near WD7
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of WD7, 84 practices within 10 and 333 practices within 20. The closest is Harley House Dental Practice in Borehamwood, 2.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harley House Dental PracticeBorehamwood | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (104 reviews) |
| OrthoclinicShenley | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (155 reviews) |
| Orthodontic Practice BorehamwoodBorehamwood | 2.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 3.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (879 reviews) |
| Maidenhead Orthodontic CentreWatford | 4.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.5 (24 reviews) |
| WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTREWatford | 4.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Better Care Clinic - Dental PracticeWatford | 4.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
| Senova Dental StudiosWatford | 4.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WD7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Borehamwood, 2.5 miles south-east; the next are Shenley (2.6 miles south-east) and St Albans (3.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Borehamwood | 2 | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Shenley | 1 | 2.6 miles south-east |
| St Albans | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Watford | 4 | 4.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WD7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is UK Dental Specialists in St Albans (4.9 from 879 reviews), 3.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| UK Dental SpecialistsSt Albans | 4.9 (879 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Better Care Clinic - Dental PracticeWatford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Senova Dental StudiosWatford | 4.9 (35 reviews) | 4.2 miles south-west |
| OrthoclinicShenley | 4.8 (155 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WD7
The nearest practice to WD7 is Harley House Dental Practice in Borehamwood, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 84 practices, and within 20 there are 333.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Harley House Dental Practice (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around WD7 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WD7 are commissioned by NHS Central East Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Harley House Dental Practice in Borehamwood, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 14 miles away.
WD7 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Hertsmere |
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,711 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 27.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 824 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hertswood Academy — 2.4 miles Elstree Screen Arts Academy — 2.7 miles Yavneh College — 2.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,753 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Harley House Dental Practice, Borehamwood — 2 miles Orthoclinic, Shenley — 3 miles UK Dental Specialists, St Albans — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 84 within 10 miles, 333 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | AL2, AL1, HA7, HA8, AL4, HA3, NW7, AL10 |
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 WD7
Patients in the WD7 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 WD7 is Radlett.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WD7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WD7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WD7 is Harley House Dental Practice in Borehamwood, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Orthoclinic (2.6 miles) and Orthodontic Practice Borehamwood (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WD7?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of WD7, 84 practices within 10 miles and 333 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WD7?
The nearest practice to WD7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Harley House Dental Practice in Borehamwood, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Orthoclinic (2.6 miles) and WATFORD ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (4.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the WD7 postcode district?
Places in or next to WD7 include Radlett, Shenleybury, Broad Colney, Battlers Green, Shenley, Colney Street, Kemprow and Napsbury Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WD7 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Radlett, Hertfordshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near WD7?
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.