Orthodontic practices near BB5
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of BB5, 29 practices within 10 and 127 practices within 20. The closest is Park House Dental in Accrington, 0.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House DentalAccrington | 0.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (223 reviews) |
| The Douglas Lee Dental PracticeAccrington | 0.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Accrington Dental SuiteAccrington | 0.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (315 reviews) |
| Abbey Street Dental PracticeAccrington | 0.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Omnia Dental Care (Baxenden Dental Practice)Accrington | 1.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (33 reviews) |
| Eden Dental StudioBlackburn | 3.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (526 reviews) |
| Blackburn OrthodonticsBlackburn | 4.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (26 reviews) |
| Richmond Terrace Dental CentreBlackburn | 4.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (248 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BB5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Accrington, 0.3 miles north-east; the next are Blackburn (3.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Accrington | 5 | 0.3 miles north-east |
| Blackburn | 3 | 3.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BB5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Accrington Dental Suite (5.0 from 315 reviews), 0.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Accrington Dental SuiteAccrington | 5.0 (315 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-east |
| Abbey Street Dental PracticeAccrington | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 0.5 miles east |
| Blackburn OrthodonticsBlackburn | 4.8 (26 reviews) | 4.4 miles west |
| Eden Dental StudioBlackburn | 4.4 (526 reviews) | 3.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BB5
The nearest practice to BB5 is Park House Dental in Accrington, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 127.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Blackburn Orthodontics (4.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Eden Dental Studio (3.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around BB5 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around BB5 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Park House Dental in Accrington, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 14 miles away.
BB5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Hyndburn |
| 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) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,977 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.5% aged 16 to 24 and 35% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 36.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,015 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Accrington Academy — 0.5 miles Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School — 0.5 miles Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,079 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Park House Dental, Accrington — under a mile Eden Dental Studio, Blackburn — 3 miles Rossendale Dental Health Centre, Rawtenstall — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 127 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BB6, BB1, BB12, BB4, BB3, BB7, BL0, BB11 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in BB5
A typical orthodontic search around BB5 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BB5 is Scaitcliffe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BB5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BB5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BB5 is Park House Dental in Accrington, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Douglas Lee Dental Practice (0.3 miles) and Accrington Dental Suite (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BB5?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of BB5, 29 practices within 10 miles and 127 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BB5?
The nearest practice to BB5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Park House Dental in Accrington, about 0.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Abbey Street Dental Practice (0.5 miles) and Eden Dental Studio (3.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the BB5 postcode district?
Places in or next to BB5 include Scaitcliffe, Laneside, Milnshaw, Dill Hall, Accrington, Barnfield, Lower Fold and Fern Gore.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BB5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Scaitcliffe, Lancashire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BB5?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.