NHS Treatment in Bradford Moor at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 31.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 12.6% of 2,628 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTH, Bradford — 1 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Laisterdyke Leadership Academy — 0.3 miles Carlton Bolling — 0.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 7 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Bradford Moor
On our practice register: 28 practices within 5 miles of Bradford Moor, 71 practices within 10 and 124 practices within 20. The closest is Pav Dental in Bradford, 0.7 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTH, 1.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTHBradford | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| HARICOVERT LTD T/AS TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSBradford | 1.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| Eccleshill Dental Practice - Your Trusted Dental Experts in BradfordBradford | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (662 reviews) |
| Dentistry At BD4Bradford | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (177 reviews) |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
| VICI Dental PudseyPudsey | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (93 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bradford Moor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bradford, 1.0 miles west; the next are Pudsey (2.3 miles north-east) and Shipley (3.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bradford | 5 | 1.0 miles west |
| Pudsey | 2 | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Shipley | 2 | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Saltaire | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Horsforth | 1 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Leeds | 1 | 4.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bradford Moor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental Suite in Shipley (5.0 from 37 reviews), 3.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane GirlingtonBradford | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 4.9 (148 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Bradford Moor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Farsley Dental Practice, 2.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTH, 1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 7 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Bradford Moor are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Bradford Moor follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Bradford Moor
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Bradford differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Bradford Moor — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Bradford Moor falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 2,628 residents in the neighbourhood around Bradford Moor, 12.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 8.1% average across Bradford. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bradford Moor is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 7 miles away. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Bradford Moor's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Bradford Moor skews family-heavy: 31.8% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Families in Bradford Moor are served by secondary schools including Laisterdyke Leadership Academy (0.3 miles) and Carlton Bolling (0.9 miles). 22 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 227 schools and 99,744 pupils in Bradford Moor's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (28), Bradford Moor has more choice than 95% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bradford Moor itself. The closest on record are Pav Dental in Bradford, under a mile away; Farsley Dental Practice in Pudsey, about 2 miles away; and Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice in Shipley, about 3 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
NHS vs Private Fees in Bradford Moor
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Bradford Moor trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Bradford Moor?
Many patients in Bradford wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Bradford Moor
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Bradford Moor?
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Bradford Moor comes down to a structured assessment. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Bradford Moor
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Bradford Moor. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Bradford Moor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bradford Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bradford Moor is Pav Dental in Bradford, about 0.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Trinity House Orthodontics - Oral Surgery (1.0 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTH (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bradford Moor?
Our register has 28 practices within 5 miles of Bradford Moor, 71 practices within 10 miles and 124 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bradford Moor?
The nearest practice to Bradford Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS BRADFORD NORTH, about 1.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include HARICOVERT LTD T/AS TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (1.2 miles) and Eccleshill Dental Practice - Your Trusted Dental Experts in Bradford (1.8 miles).
How deprived is Bradford Moor compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Bradford Moor is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Bradford Moor?
31.8% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How's children's dental health in Bradford Moor's area?
Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Which NHS body covers Bradford Moor for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Bradford Moor falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one course of treatment.
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.
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