Orthodontic practices near Ellentrees
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Ellentrees, 47 practices within 10 and 122 practices within 20. The closest is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 3.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 3.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 3.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 3.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 3.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ellentrees with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Castleford, 2.9 miles north-east; the next are Wakefield (3.7 miles south-west) and Pontefract (4.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Castleford | 1 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Wakefield | 11 | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 4.6 miles east |
| Morley | 2 | 5.2 miles west |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Garforth | 1 | 5.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ellentrees
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 4.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 3.7 miles west |
| Dr AymanLeeds | 5.0 (60 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ellentrees at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,511 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 30.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 627 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 87% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 105th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Outwood Academy Freeston — 1.1 miles Oulton Academy — 2.5 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,523 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 3 miles Northgate Dental, Wakefield — 4 miles Pontefract Dental Care, Pontefract — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 47 within 10 miles, 122 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | WF6 |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Ellentrees
The nearest practice to Ellentrees is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 47 practices, and within 20 there are 122.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Tovey Little Dental Centre (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (4.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Ellentrees list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles 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 Ellentrees are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tovey Little Dental Centre in Wakefield, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ellentrees
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Compare orthodontic care in Ellentrees
Orthodontist in Ellentrees: This page was put together for people in Ellentrees who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in City and Borough of Wakefield.
Practice data for Ellentrees
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ellentrees itself. The nearest we do hold are Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 3 miles away; Northgate Dental in Wakefield, about 4 miles away; and Pontefract Dental Care, about 5 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Altofts, Lower Altofts, Gilcar, Woodhouse Common, Hopetown, and Methley Lanes.
What official data says about Ellentrees
Ellentrees is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.8% of Ellentrees's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6% of the 1,511 residents in Ellentrees's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Ellentrees has more choice than 87% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Ellentrees are Outwood Academy Freeston (1.1 miles) and Oulton Academy (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 155 schools and 57,141 pupils across Ellentrees's Local Authority. Ellentrees's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Ellentrees is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Ellentrees
Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Altofts, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in Ellentrees Explained
Patients in Ellentrees have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Ellentrees — Local Context
Not every practice near Ellentrees offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Ellentrees is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ellentrees, 6% of the 1,511 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Ellentrees has more choice than 87% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Ellentrees are Outwood Academy Freeston (1.1 miles) and Oulton Academy (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Ellentrees's Local Authority has 155 schools educating 57,141 pupils (DfE data). Ellentrees sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ellentrees is about 8 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ellentrees itself. The closest on record are Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 3 miles away; Northgate Dental in Wakefield, about 4 miles away; and Pontefract Dental Care, about 5 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
The Orthodontic Journey in Ellentrees
Many people in Ellentrees delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ellentrees — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ellentrees. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ellentrees
This section helps connect Ellentrees, City and Borough of Wakefield to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Altofts, Lower Altofts, Gilcar, Woodhouse Common, Hopetown, and Methley Lanes.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ellentrees
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ellentrees often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ellentrees?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ellentrees is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Northgate Dental (3.7 miles) and Poldent (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ellentrees?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Ellentrees, 47 practices within 10 miles and 122 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ellentrees?
The nearest practice to Ellentrees that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tovey Little Dental Centre in Wakefield, about 3.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Smile Design Studio (3.7 miles) and Space Dental (3.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ellentrees, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ellentrees, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.