Costs in Cricket Houses at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, Sheffield — under a mile; 23 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, Sheffield — under a mile; 12 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 16 within 5 miles, 26 within 10, 54 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 31.9% aged 25 to 49 of 1,610 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within Sheffield | 27th closest to a practice of 180 places in the county; the county median is 1.7 miles |
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 near Cricket Houses that list payment plans
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Cricket Houses, 26 practices within 10 and 54 practices within 20. The closest is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, 0.7 miles west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 1.2 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| SmilelignSheffield | 1.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.6 (43 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 1.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 2.2 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (463 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cricket Houses with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Sheffield, 0.7 miles west; the next are Catcliffe (2.2 miles north-east) and Nether Edge (2.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | 10 | 0.7 miles west |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 2.5 miles west |
| Rotherham | 7 | 3.2 miles north-east |
| Beighton | 1 | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Dronfield | 1 | 5.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cricket Houses
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (5.0 from 371 reviews), 5.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental Practice at Dronfield WoodhouseDronfield | 5.0 (371 reviews) | 5.9 miles south |
| Dr Tom Lotka - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 5.0 (264 reviews) | 2.7 miles west |
| ConfiDental, Implants, Cosmetic and General DentistrySheffield | 5.0 (213 reviews) | 2.3 miles west |
| Green Square Dental and Implant CentreRotherham | 5.0 (207 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Cricket Houses, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, the nearest practice on our register (under a mile away, about 0.9 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £15 | £1,510 to £3,515 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £15 | £2,010 to £4,515 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £10 to £15 | £4,010 to £8,015 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £1,505 to £5,510 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £5 to £10 | £2,505 to £5,510 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Cricket Houses
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) | Portman Dental & Implant Clinic (1.2 miles); Impress (1.9 miles) | 12 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) | Impress (1.9 miles); Space Dental (2.2 miles) | 12 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) | Space Dental (2.2 miles); The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (2.5 miles) | 13 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) | Portman Dental & Implant Clinic (1.2 miles); Smilelign (1.7 miles) | 27 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (under a mile) | Portman Dental & Implant Clinic (1.2 miles); Smilelign (1.7 miles) | 19 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Impress, Sheffield (1.9 miles) | Space Dental (2.2 miles); The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (2.5 miles) | 12 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Cricket Houses vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Cricket Houses
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Cricket Houses offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
Cost Context for Cricket Houses
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Cricket Houses usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Cricket Houses. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Cricket Houses sits within NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With 28.5% of residents under 16, Cricket Houses has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 1,610 residents in Cricket Houses's census neighbourhood, above the 7% average across Sheffield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Cricket Houses has more choice than 87% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 26.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Cricket Houses are All Saints' Catholic High School (0.8 miles) and Sheffield Park Academy (1.0 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Cricket Houses among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Cricket Houses is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Cricket Houses → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Why Quotes Vary So Much
Treatment type is the biggest driver. Metal is cheapest, ceramic more, aligners and lingual more again — each appliance has different manufacture, fitting and adjustment costs.
Case complexity adds to it regardless of appliance — more movement means more trays or adjustments, more visits, and more of the clinician's time.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements can quietly inflate an aligner bill if capped, so pin down the refinement policy up front.
Practice location and overheads vary across Cricket Houses — higher-rent locations charge more, which is exactly why comparing a few local quotes pays off.
Clear aligner cost in Cricket Houses
What you pay for clear aligners in Cricket Houses reflects the case, not just the brand. Complexity, brand, refinement allowances and clinical input each pull the price up or down. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Aligner Costs in Cricket Houses — Local Context
Practices serving Cricket Houses differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Adult orthodontic demand tends to come from people in their twenties to forties, and in Cricket Houses's census neighbourhood 31.9% of its 1,610 residents are aged 25 to 49. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cricket Houses is better served than 87% of towns in England. By ONS classification, Cricket Houses falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Cricket Houses's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Cricket Houses. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cricket Houses is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 2 miles away. With 28.5% of residents under 16, Cricket Houses has an above-average share of children. 26.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended. Private aligner treatment (full course including retainers) costs in Cricket Houses generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. A photo-based assessment is a practical first step to establish case complexity before comparing quoted fees.
Affordable clear aligners in Cricket Houses
Lower-cost clear aligners in Cricket Houses are the right call for some cases and the wrong one for others. A lower fee can reflect a simpler case — or corners cut on refinements and supervision. This guide explains where corners are sometimes cut and how to spot real value.
Getting Real Value in Cricket Houses
Good value in Cricket Houses comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Cricket Houses
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cricket Houses?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cricket Houses is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Portman Dental & Implant Clinic (1.2 miles) and Smilelign (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cricket Houses?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Cricket Houses, 26 practices within 10 miles and 54 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Cricket Houses offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Cricket Houses that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Impress (1.9 miles) and Space Dental (2.2 miles).
How deprived is Cricket Houses compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Cricket Houses is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Cricket Houses a family area?
28.5% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Is Cricket Houses rural or urban?
ONS classifies Cricket Houses as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which county covers Cricket Houses?
Cricket Houses falls within Sheffield.
Does treating both arches cost more?
Yes, both arches costs more than one — some quotes are single-arch only, so confirm exactly what's covered when comparing prices between practices.
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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