Orthodontic practices near BD13
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of BD13, 50 practices within 10 and 135 practices within 20. The closest is Pearl Dental in Queensbury, 1.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (361 reviews) |
| Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane GirlingtonBradford | 3.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (515 reviews) |
| St. Luke’s HospitalBradford | 4.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (211 reviews) |
| Muirhead & Associates Dental PracticeShipley | 4.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (155 reviews) |
| Southbrook Dental PracticeBradford | 4.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (154 reviews) |
| Halifax OrthodonticsHalifax | 4.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (74 reviews) |
| Mode Dental StudioHalifax | 4.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET)Halifax | 4.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BD13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Queensbury, 1.5 miles south; the next are Bradford (3.6 miles east) and Shipley (4.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Queensbury | 1 | 1.5 miles south |
| Bradford | 3 | 3.6 miles east |
| Shipley | 1 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Halifax | 3 | 4.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BD13
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington in Bradford (4.9 from 515 reviews), 3.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane GirlingtonBradford | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 3.6 miles east |
| Pearl DentalQueensbury | 4.9 (361 reviews) | 1.5 miles south |
| Muirhead & Associates Dental PracticeShipley | 4.9 (155 reviews) | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Southbrook Dental PracticeBradford | 4.8 (154 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BD13
BD13 is 1.5 miles from Pearl Dental in Queensbury, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 50 practices, and within 20 there are 135.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around BD13 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BD13 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Pearl Dental in Queensbury, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 12 miles away.
BD13 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,549 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 31.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 598 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beckfoot Thornton — 1.7 miles Trinity Academy Bradford — 1.7 miles Dixons Allerton Academy — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 8,109 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 | Pearl Dental, Queensbury — 2 miles Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington, Bradford — 4 miles Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice, Shipley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 50 within 10 miles, 135 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BD15, BD14, HX3, HX2, HX1, BD16, BD9, BD97 |
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 BD13
People searching from BD13 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BD13 is West Scholes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BD13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BD13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BD13 is Pearl Dental in Queensbury, about 1.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington (3.6 miles) and St. Luke’s Hospital (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BD13?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of BD13, 50 practices within 10 miles and 135 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BD13?
The nearest practice to BD13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Pearl Dental in Queensbury, about 1.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Rayner Dental Practice Whetley Lane Girlington (3.6 miles) and SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (CROSSLEY STREET) (4.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BD13 postcode district?
Places in or next to BD13 include West Scholes, Mountain, The Shay, Queensbury, Erlings, Denholme Clough, Denholme Gate and Keelham.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BD13 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering West Scholes, Bradford, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BD13?
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.