NHS Treatment in Robin Hood at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | 20% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of 2,200 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, Leeds — 2.8 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Rodillian Academy — 0.8 miles Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16% 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 Robin Hood
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Robin Hood, 59 practices within 10 and 120 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Studio in Morley, 2.0 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, 2.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDSLeeds | 2.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (116 reviews) |
| Joanne Birdsall OrthodonticsMorley | 3.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Tovey Little Dental CentreWakefield | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (334 reviews) |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWakefield | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Robin Hood with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leeds, 2.8 miles north; the next are Wakefield (3.5 miles south) and Morley (3.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds | 3 | 2.8 miles north |
| Wakefield | 5 | 3.5 miles south |
| Morley | 1 | 3.7 miles west |
| Scholes | 1 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Dewsbury | 1 | 5.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Robin Hood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield (5.0 from 116 reviews), 3.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 3.5 miles south |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 4.9 (703 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-east |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 4.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Robin Hood, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 3.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, 2.8 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 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Robin Hood are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Robin Hood focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Robin Hood plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Robin Hood
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 waiting times in City and Borough of Leeds are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Not every practice near Robin Hood offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Robin Hood sits among the less deprived areas of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 2,200 residents in Robin Hood's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Robin Hood is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 5 miles away. For NHS dental services, Robin Hood falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Robin Hood as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Robin Hood's under-16 share sits at 20%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Robin Hood attend schools such as Rodillian Academy (0.8 miles) and Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy (1.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Robin Hood's Local Authority has 296 schools educating 135,588 pupils (DfE data). Robin Hood has 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Robin Hood itself. The nearest we do hold are The Dental Studio in Morley, about 2 miles away; TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, about 3 miles away; and Smile Design Studio in Wakefield, about 4 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.
NHS Waiting Times in Robin Hood
NHS orthodontic waiting times in City and Borough of Leeds 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 vs Private Fees in Robin Hood
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Robin Hood costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Robin Hood
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Treatment for Children in Robin Hood
Eligible children under 18 in Robin Hood are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Robin Hood
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Robin Hood — Local Context
NHS waiting times in City and Borough of Leeds are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Robin Hood
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Robin Hood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Robin Hood is The Dental Studio in Morley, about 2.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS (2.8 miles) and Leeds City Dentalcare (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Robin Hood?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Robin Hood, 59 practices within 10 miles and 120 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Robin Hood?
The nearest practice to Robin Hood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, about 2.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Smile Design Studio (3.5 miles) and Joanne Birdsall Orthodontics (3.7 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Robin Hood?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.
What county is Robin Hood in?
Robin Hood falls within City and Borough of Leeds.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Robin Hood?
OHID figures for this ICB show 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Is Robin Hood rural or urban?
ONS classifies Robin Hood as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Ask your dentist for an orthodontic assessment — if the IOTN score clears the threshold, they refer you to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also take self-referrals directly.
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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