NHS Treatment in Monkroyd at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of 1,852 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Colne Dental Care, Colne — 3.2 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Colne Park High School — 2.3 miles Colne Primet Academy — 3.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 23 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% 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 Monkroyd
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Monkroyd, 16 practices within 10 and 94 practices within 20. The closest is Colne Dental Care, 3.2 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Colne Dental Care, 3.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Dental CareColne | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| Station House Dental CareBarnoldswick | 4.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| The Brace PlaceGlusburn | 4.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Smile Specialist CentreHaworth | 6.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (16 reviews) |
| Villa Dental & Implant ClinicBingley | 11.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 12.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (361 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Monkroyd with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Colne, 3.2 miles west; the next are Barnoldswick (4.7 miles north-west) and Glusburn (4.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colne | 1 | 3.2 miles west |
| Barnoldswick | 1 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Glusburn | 1 | 4.9 miles north-east |
| Haworth | 1 | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Bingley | 1 | 11.0 miles east |
| Queensbury | 1 | 12.4 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Monkroyd
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental Suite in Shipley (5.0 from 37 reviews), 13.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 13.4 miles east |
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 4.9 (361 reviews) | 12.4 miles south-east |
| Station House Dental CareBarnoldswick | 4.9 (331 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 4.9 (148 reviews) | 13.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Monkroyd, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 10.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Colne Dental Care, 3.2 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 23 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Monkroyd are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Monkroyd, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Waiting Times in Monkroyd
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Lancashire 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 Costs in Monkroyd
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Monkroyd typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Monkroyd
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. NHS orthodontic waiting times in Lancashire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Monkroyd. National deprivation data ranks Monkroyd among England's less deprived areas. Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Monkroyd, 6.5% of the 1,852 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Monkroyd is about 23 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Monkroyd. ONS classifies Monkroyd as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 16.4% of Monkroyd's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Monkroyd attend schools such as Colne Park High School (2.3 miles) and Colne Primet Academy (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Monkroyd is better served than 56% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Monkroyd. The nearest we do hold are Colne Dental Care, about 3 miles away; Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, about 5 miles away; and The Brace Place in Glusburn, 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Monkroyd
Many patients in Monkroyd are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Lancashire to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Monkroyd
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Monkroyd. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Children's Orthodontics in Monkroyd
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Monkroyd
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Monkroyd
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monkroyd?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monkroyd is Colne Dental Care, about 3.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Smyli Orthodontics (3.2 miles) and Station House Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monkroyd?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Monkroyd, 16 practices within 10 miles and 94 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Monkroyd?
The nearest practice to Monkroyd that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Colne Dental Care, about 3.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Station House Dental Care (4.7 miles) and The Brace Place (4.9 miles).
How many families live in Monkroyd?
Around 16.4% of Monkroyd's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Monkroyd?
Monkroyd falls within Lancashire.
What kind of area is Monkroyd?
ONS classifies Monkroyd as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which towns are close to Monkroyd?
Winewall, Laneshaw Bridge, Ickornshaw are within easy reach of Monkroyd.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Monkroyd?
Typically 12-24 months in Lancashire, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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