Orthodontic practices near Lower Hirst
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Lower Hirst, 37 practices within 10 and 169 practices within 20. The closest is Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindley DentalHuddersfield | 1.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| West Vale Dental PracticeHalifax | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (44 reviews) |
| Wonder of Wellness ClinicHuddersfield | 2.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (199 reviews) |
| Huddersfield OrthodonticsHuddersfield | 2.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (129 reviews) |
| Edgerton Dental Clinic & Implant CentreHuddersfield | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (257 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICSHuddersfield | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Greenhead Dental Practice LtdHuddersfield | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (40 reviews) |
| Only OrthodonticsHuddersfield | 3.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lower Hirst with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Huddersfield, 1.9 miles east; the next are Halifax (1.9 miles north) and Brighouse (4.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Huddersfield | 12 | 1.9 miles east |
| Halifax | 6 | 1.9 miles north |
| Brighouse | 2 | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Queensbury | 1 | 7.3 miles north |
| Bradford | 2 | 8.3 miles north-east |
| Cleckheaton | 1 | 8.6 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 Lower Hirst
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), 3.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 5.0 (376 reviews) | 3.0 miles north |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 5.0 (352 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Smiles in Tandem DentalHuddersfield | 5.0 (284 reviews) | 5.1 miles east |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lower Hirst at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Kirklees |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,588 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 519 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within Kirklees | 96th closest to an orthodontic practice of 208 places in the county (the county median is 2.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 70% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in Kirklees |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Salendine Nook High School — 1.1 miles The Brooksbank School — 1.5 miles Royds Hall, A Share Academy — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,612 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 198 schools, 67,205 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | West Vale Dental Practice, Halifax — 2 miles Lindley Dental, Huddersfield — 2 miles Smile, Brighouse — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 37 within 10 miles, 169 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 Lower Hirst
Lower Hirst is 1.9 miles from Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 37 practices, and within 20 there are 169.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Only Orthodontics (3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 13 of the practices around Lower Hirst list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lower Hirst are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Vale Dental Practice in Halifax, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lower Hirst
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Orthodontist in Lower Hirst: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Lower Hirst? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Kirklees.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Upper Hirst, Jagger Green, Old Lindley, Outlane, Holywell Green, and Nettleton Hill are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local snapshot of Lower Hirst
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Upper Hirst, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Lower Hirst
By ONS classification, Lower Hirst falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Lower Hirst falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 14.9% of Lower Hirst's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,588 residents in the neighbourhood around Lower Hirst, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Kirklees. Lower Hirst has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Lower Hirst are served by secondary schools including Salendine Nook High School (1.1 miles) and The Brooksbank School (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 198 schools and 67,205 pupils across Lower Hirst's Local Authority. Lower Hirst's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Lower Hirst is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Useful local orthodontic context for Lower Hirst
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Lower Hirst itself. The nearest we do hold are West Vale Dental Practice in Halifax, about 2 miles away; Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, about 2 miles away; and Smile in Brighouse, about 4 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Lower Hirst
Starting orthodontic treatment in Lower Hirst can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Lower Hirst
What's available in Lower Hirst depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Lower Hirst as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Lower Hirst sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.9% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,588 residents in the neighbourhood around Lower Hirst, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Kirklees. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (19), Lower Hirst has more choice than 90% 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 Lower Hirst are Salendine Nook High School (1.1 miles) and The Brooksbank School (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Lower Hirst's Local Authority area covers 198 schools and 67,205 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Lower Hirst among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Lower Hirst is about 16 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Lower Hirst
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Lower Hirst can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lower Hirst
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lower Hirst. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lower Hirst
This part of the page places Lower Hirst, Kirklees in context alongside the towns and areas around it. This page links onward to Upper Hirst, Jagger Green, Old Lindley, Outlane, Holywell Green, and Nettleton Hill for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Lower Hirst
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lower Hirst often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lower Hirst?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lower Hirst is Lindley Dental in Huddersfield, about 1.9 miles to the east. The next closest are West Vale Dental Practice (1.9 miles) and Wonder of Wellness Clinic (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lower Hirst?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Lower Hirst, 37 practices within 10 miles and 169 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lower Hirst?
The nearest practice to Lower Hirst that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Vale Dental Practice in Halifax, about 1.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Edgerton Dental Clinic & Implant Centre (2.8 miles) and SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lower Hirst, Kirklees?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lower Hirst, Kirklees?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.