NHS Treatment in Crosland 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,777 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd, Huddersfield — 1.7 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Moor End Academy — 0.3 miles Royds Hall, A Share Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 16 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% 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 Crosland Moor
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Crosland Moor, 33 practices within 10 and 150 practices within 20. The closest is Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, 1.6 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd, 1.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhead Dental Practice LtdHuddersfield | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (40 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSHuddersfield | 1.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Edgerton Dental Clinic & Implant CentreHuddersfield | 1.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (257 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICSHuddersfield | 1.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Town Dental (Huddersfield)Huddersfield | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (177 reviews) |
| West Vale Dental PracticeHalifax | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crosland Moor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Huddersfield, 1.7 miles north-east; the next are Halifax (4.2 miles north) and Middlestown (8.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Huddersfield | 5 | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Halifax | 3 | 4.2 miles north |
| Middlestown | 1 | 8.4 miles east |
| Dewsbury | 3 | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Queensbury | 1 | 9.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crosland Moor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Skircoat Green Dental in Halifax (5.0 from 376 reviews), 5.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 5.0 (376 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| Thornhill DentalMiddlestown | 4.9 (817 reviews) | 8.4 miles east |
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 4.9 (361 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| The Town Dental (Huddersfield)Huddersfield | 4.9 (177 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Crosland Moor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is West Vale Dental Surgery, 4.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd, Huddersfield, 1.7 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 16 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Crosland 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 orthodontics in Crosland Moor funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Crosland Moor plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Waiting Times in Crosland Moor
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Kirklees vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Crosland 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 Kirklees differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Crosland Moor. By national deprivation ranking, Crosland Moor is roughly mid-table for England. 30.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. In the census neighbourhood around Crosland Moor, 6.6% of the 1,777 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Kirklees, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crosland Moor is about 16 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Crosland Moor is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 18.3% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Crosland Moor attend schools such as Moor End Academy (0.3 miles) and Royds Hall, A Share Academy (1.0 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 198 schools and 67,205 pupils in Crosland Moor's Local Authority area, per DfE data. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Crosland Moor is better served than 83% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crosland Moor itself. The nearest recorded are Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, about 2 miles away; West Vale Dental Practice in Halifax, about 4 miles away; and Smile in Brighouse, about 5 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 Crosland Moor
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Crosland Moor typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Children's Orthodontics in Crosland Moor
Children's orthodontics in Crosland Moor covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Crosland Moor
Children in Crosland Moor who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Crosland Moor?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Understanding the IOTN Score
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Kirklees.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Crosland Moor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crosland Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crosland Moor is Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, about 1.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd (1.7 miles) and Only Orthodontics (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crosland Moor?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Crosland Moor, 33 practices within 10 miles and 150 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crosland Moor?
The nearest practice to Crosland Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Greenhead Dental Practice Ltd in Huddersfield, about 1.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (1.8 miles) and Edgerton Dental Clinic & Implant Centre (1.9 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Crosland Moor?
Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Crosland Moor?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near Crosland Moor?
Nearby towns include Leymoor, Marsh, Taylor Hill.
Is Crosland Moor rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Crosland Moor falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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