Orthodontic practices near BD17
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of BD17, 56 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is NuDental in Shipley, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NuDentalShipley | 0.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (574 reviews) |
| Ortho-Care (UK) LtdSaltaire | 0.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Shipley Dental CentreShipley | 0.9 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (363 reviews) |
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICSShipley | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saltaire Orthodontics BradfordSaltaire | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (119 reviews) |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (148 reviews) |
| Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and HarrogateSaltaire | 1.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BD17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shipley, 0.5 miles south; the next are Saltaire (0.9 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 BD17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and Harrogate in Saltaire (5.0 from 70 reviews), 1.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and HarrogateSaltaire | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
| NuDentalShipley | 4.9 (574 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 4.9 (148 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BD17
The nearest practice to BD17 is NuDental in Shipley, 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 56 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: NuDental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around BD17 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 BD17 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental Suite in Shipley, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 9 miles away.
BD17 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 | 21.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,860 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 29.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,316 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Titus Salt School — 1.1 miles Immanuel College — 1.8 miles Hanson Academy — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 14,269 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 | NuDental, Shipley — under a mile Ortho-Care (UK) Ltd, Saltaire — under a mile Villa Dental & Implant Clinic, Bingley — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 56 within 10 miles, 123 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BD18, BD98, BD97, BD9, BD10, BD2, BD8, BD99 |
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 BD17
Most BD17 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BD17 is Baildon Holmes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BD17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BD17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BD17 is NuDental in Shipley, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Ortho-Care (UK) Ltd (0.9 miles) and Shipley Dental Centre (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BD17?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of BD17, 56 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BD17?
The nearest practice to BD17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental Suite in Shipley, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (1.0 miles) and Honesty Dental Care (1.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the BD17 postcode district?
Places in or next to BD17 include Baildon Holmes, Baildon Wood Bottom, Brook Hill, Low Baildon, Baildon Green, Shipley, Wrose and Idle Moor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BD17 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Baildon Holmes, 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 BD17?
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.