Orthodontic practices near Upper Common
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Upper Common, 77 practices within 10 and 138 practices within 20. The closest is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, 2.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane GirlingtonBradford | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (515 reviews) |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 2.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (352 reviews) |
| St. Luke’s HospitalBradford | 3.0 miles north | – | – | – | 3.8 (211 reviews) |
| Abbey Meads Dental PracticeBradford | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (114 reviews) |
| SmileBrighouse | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (52 reviews) |
| Dentistry At BD4Bradford | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (177 reviews) |
| Southbrook Dental PracticeBradford | 3.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (154 reviews) |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 3.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (114 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Common with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bradford, 2.1 miles north; the next are Brighouse (2.7 miles south) and Cleckheaton (3.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bradford | 9 | 2.1 miles north |
| Brighouse | 2 | 2.7 miles south |
| Cleckheaton | 1 | 3.6 miles east |
| Halifax | 6 | 3.8 miles west |
| Queensbury | 1 | 3.8 miles north-west |
| Morley | 1 | 5.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Common
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), 4.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skircoat Green DentalHalifax | 5.0 (376 reviews) | 4.6 miles south-west |
| Town Hall DentalBrighouse | 5.0 (352 reviews) | 2.7 miles south |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 3.6 miles east |
| Pav DentalBradford | 5.0 (98 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Common at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bradford |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,710 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 35.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,721 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within Bradford | 153rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 181 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 8.1% across neighbourhoods in Bradford |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Appleton Academy — 0.2 miles Lightcliffe Academy — 1.4 miles Whitcliffe Mount, A Share Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 9,685 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 227 schools, 99,744 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington, Bradford — 2 miles Town Hall Dental, Brighouse — 3 miles Gomersal Dental Lounge, Cleckheaton — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 77 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 Upper Common
The nearest practice to Upper Common is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 77 practices, and within 20 there are 138.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: VICI Dental Pudsey (5.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dental Rituals (5.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 9 of the practices around Upper Common list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upper Common are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Common
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Upper Common, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Upper Common or another part of Bradford.
Local snapshot of Upper Common
Just under 1 km north, Upper Wyke is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Upper Common
By ONS classification, Upper Common falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upper Common. Upper Common's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 1,710 residents in Upper Common's census neighbourhood, below the 8.1% average across Bradford. Upper Common has 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.2% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Upper Common are Appleton Academy (0.2 miles) and Lightcliffe Academy (1.4 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 227 schools and 99,744 pupils across Upper Common's Local Authority. Upper Common falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Upper Common is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 10 miles away.
Local treatment availability around Upper Common
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upper Common. The nearest we do hold are Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, about 2 miles away; Town Hall Dental in Brighouse, about 3 miles away; and Gomersal Dental Lounge in Cleckheaton, about 4 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Upper Wyke, Carr House Gate, Wyke, Wyke Common, Low Moor, and New Road Side may also help.
The Orthodontic Journey in Upper Common
Many people in Upper Common delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upper Common
Provision in Upper Common varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Upper Common sits within NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.8% of Upper Common's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Common, 6.3% of the 1,710 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8.1% average across Bradford, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, Upper Common is better served than 89% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Upper Common are served by secondary schools including Appleton Academy (0.2 miles) and Lightcliffe Academy (1.4 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 227 schools and 99,744 pupils across Upper Common's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Upper Common among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Common is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Common
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Upper Common can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Upper Common
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Upper Common practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Common. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Common
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Upper Common, Bradford, these local links help you keep browsing. For a broader comparison, pages for Upper Wyke, Carr House Gate, Wyke, Wyke Common, Low Moor, and New Road Side follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Common
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Common often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Common is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, about 2.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Town Hall Dental (2.7 miles) and St. Luke’s Hospital (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Common?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Upper Common, 77 practices within 10 miles and 138 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Common?
The nearest practice to Upper Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford, about 2.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dentistry At BD4 (3.3 miles) and Pearl Dental (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Common, Bradford?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upper Common, Bradford?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.