Orthodontic practices near Goosehill
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Goosehill, 46 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Northgate Dental in Wakefield, 2.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 2.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| PoldentWakefield | 2.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (201 reviews) |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| Space DentalWakefield | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 2.6 miles west | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 2.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 3.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Goosehill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wakefield, 2.4 miles west; the next are Castleford (4.4 miles north-east) and Morley (4.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield | 11 | 2.4 miles west |
| Castleford | 1 | 4.4 miles north-east |
| Morley | 2 | 4.9 miles north-west |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Pontefract | 4 | 5.2 miles east |
| Leeds | 2 | 7.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Goosehill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 5.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 5.2 miles east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 2.6 miles west |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Goosehill 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,466 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 187 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Wakefield | 95th closest to an orthodontic practice of 136 places in the county (the county median is 1.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Wakefield |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Outwood Academy Freeston — 1.2 miles Outwood Academy City Fields — 1.5 miles Crofton Academy — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,728 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 | Northgate Dental, Wakefield — 2 miles Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 4 miles The Dental Studio, Morley — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 46 within 10 miles, 123 within 20 miles |
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 Goosehill
The nearest practice to Goosehill is Northgate Dental in Wakefield, 2.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 46 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Tovey Little Dental Centre (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Mount Dental Practice (5.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Goosehill list clear aligners, the nearest 2.4 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 Goosehill are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tovey Little Dental Centre in Wakefield, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Goosehill
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Teeth straightening options in Goosehill
Orthodontist in Goosehill: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Goosehill keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It connects local orthodontic research in Goosehill with the wider City and Borough of Wakefield area.
Facts about Goosehill
Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Kirkthorpe, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Goosehill
Officially, Goosehill is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Goosehill falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.3% of Goosehill's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Goosehill, 6.6% of the 1,466 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Wakefield, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Goosehill has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 81% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Goosehill are served by secondary schools including Outwood Academy Freeston (1.2 miles) and Outwood Academy City Fields (1.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 155 schools and 57,141 pupils across Goosehill's Local Authority. Goosehill's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Goosehill is about 9 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
Local treatment availability around Goosehill
There is no orthodontist on our records in Goosehill itself. The nearest we do hold are Northgate Dental in Wakefield, about 2 miles away; Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 4 miles away; and The Dental Studio in Morley, about 5 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Goosehill
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Goosehill
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Goosehill
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Goosehill
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Areas We Cover Around Goosehill
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Frequently Asked Questions in Goosehill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Goosehill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Goosehill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Goosehill is Northgate Dental in Wakefield, about 2.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Tovey Little Dental Centre (2.4 miles) and Poldent (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Goosehill?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Goosehill, 46 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Goosehill?
The nearest practice to Goosehill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tovey Little Dental Centre in Wakefield, about 2.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Space Dental (2.5 miles) and Smile Design Studio (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Goosehill, City and Borough of Wakefield?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Goosehill, City and Borough of Wakefield?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.