Orthodontic practices near Little Broughton
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Little Broughton, 3 practices within 10 and 3 practices within 20. The closest is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 2.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 2.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTDAnnan | 22.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 18/20 CHURCH STREETAnnan | 23.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GUNNING DENTALAnnan | 23.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| BIRCH VALLEY DENTAL CLINICDalbeattie | 23.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle | 24.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Little Broughton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cockermouth, 2.5 miles east; the next are Maryport (4.2 miles north-west) and Workington (5.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cockermouth | 1 | 2.5 miles east |
| Maryport | 1 | 4.2 miles north-west |
| Workington | 1 | 5.3 miles west |
| Annan | 3 | 22.9 miles north |
| Dalbeattie | 1 | 23.6 miles north-west |
| Carlisle | 8 | 24.4 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Little Broughton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alauna Dental Care Maryport (4.8 from 839 reviews), 4.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.8 (839 reviews) | 4.2 miles north-west |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 4.8 (20 reviews) | 5.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Little Broughton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cumberland |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,949 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 30.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 214 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Cumbria | 111th closest to an orthodontic practice of 852 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cumbria |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cockermouth School — 3.2 miles Netherhall School — 4.0 miles Workington Academy — 4.6 miles |
| Schools in council area | 177 schools, 39,502 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 2 miles Alauna Dental Care Maryport, Maryport — 4 miles St Michael's Dental Practice, Workington — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 3 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 Little Broughton
The nearest practice to Little Broughton is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 3.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Smileville Orthodontics (24.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; GK Dental Implants and Cosmetic Clinic | Dentist Dumfries | Invisalign | Veneers | Full Mouth Implants (28.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 8 of the practices around Little Broughton list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 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 Little Broughton are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 2.5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Little Broughton
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Useful local orthodontic context for Little Broughton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Little Broughton. The nearest recorded are DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 2 miles away; Alauna Dental Care Maryport, about 4 miles away; and St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, about 5 miles away.
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Little Broughton in context
By ONS classification, Little Broughton falls under larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Little Broughton. 18.8% of Little Broughton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 1,949 residents in Little Broughton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cumbria. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Little Broughton are served by secondary schools including Cockermouth School (3.2 miles) and Netherhall School (4.0 miles). There are 177 schools and 39,502 pupils in Little Broughton's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Little Broughton sits among the less deprived areas of England.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Little Broughton
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Little Broughton
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Frequently Asked Questions in Little Broughton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Little Broughton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Little Broughton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Little Broughton is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 2.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Alauna Dental Care Maryport (4.2 miles) and St Michael's Dental Practice (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Little Broughton?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Little Broughton, 3 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Little Broughton?
The nearest practice to Little Broughton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 2.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include St Michael's Dental Practice (5.3 miles) and ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTD (22.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Little Broughton, Cumbria?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Little Broughton, Cumbria?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.