Orthodontic practices near Northowram
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Northowram, 62 practices within 10 and 138 practices within 20. The closest is Halifax Orthodontics, 1.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax OrthodonticsHalifax | 1.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (74 reviews) |
| Mode Dental StudioHalifax | 1.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET)Halifax | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Dr Sia Lord DentistryHalifax | 1.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (361 reviews) |
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (376 reviews) |
| Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane GirlingtonBradford | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (515 reviews) |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 3.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (352 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Northowram with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Halifax, 1.6 miles south-west; the next are Queensbury (2.0 miles north-west) and Bradford (3.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax | 6 | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Queensbury | 1 | 2.0 miles north-west |
| Bradford | 9 | 3.0 miles north-east |
| Brighouse | 2 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Huddersfield | 8 | 5.8 miles south |
| Cleckheaton | 1 | 6.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Northowram
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), 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 5.0 (376 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 5.0 (352 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
| Pav DentalBradford | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Northowram at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Calderdale |
| 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 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,403 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,082 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 | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Calderdale | 40th closest to an orthodontic practice of 109 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Calderdale |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Trinity Academy Bradford — 1.8 miles Trinity Academy Halifax — 2.1 miles Lightcliffe Academy — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 11,503 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 113 schools, 36,207 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Halifax Orthodontics, Halifax — 2 miles Pearl Dental, Queensbury — 2 miles Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington, Bradford — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 62 within 10 miles, 138 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 Northowram
Northowram is 1.6 miles from Halifax Orthodontics, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 62 practices, and within 20 there are 138.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Only Orthodontics (6.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 12 of the practices around Northowram list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Northowram are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET) in Halifax, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Northowram
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Orthodontist in Northowram: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Northowram understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Calderdale, not just Northowram.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Lumbrook, Stump Cross, Stone Chair, Claremount, Hipperholme, and Halifax.
Practice data for Northowram
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Northowram itself. The nearest recorded are Halifax Orthodontics, about 2 miles away; Pearl Dental in Queensbury, about 2 miles away; and Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, about 3 miles away.
A quick look at Northowram
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Lumbrook, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Northowram
Officially, Northowram is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Northowram sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.5% of residents under 16, Northowram skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,403 residents in the neighbourhood around Northowram, 5.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Calderdale. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Northowram has more choice than 81% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Northowram are served by secondary schools including Trinity Academy Bradford (1.8 miles) and Trinity Academy Halifax (2.1 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Northowram's Local Authority area covers 113 schools and 36,207 pupils, according to DfE figures. Northowram falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Northowram is about 12 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Northowram
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Northowram often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Northowram?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Northowram is Halifax Orthodontics, about 1.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Mode Dental Studio (1.7 miles) and SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET) (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Northowram?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Northowram, 62 practices within 10 miles and 138 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Northowram?
The nearest practice to Northowram that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET) in Halifax, about 1.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Pearl Dental (2.0 miles) and Skircoat Green Dental (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Northowram, Calderdale?
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 Northowram, Calderdale?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.