Orthodontic practices near BD23
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BD23; 3 practices within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is The Brace Place in Glusburn, 6.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brace PlaceGlusburn | 6.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (102 reviews) |
| Station House Dental CareBarnoldswick | 7.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic SuppliesKeighley | 7.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Colne Dental CareColne | 10.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| Smyli OrthodonticsColne | 10.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Taylored Dental Care KeighleyKeighley | 10.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (197 reviews) |
| 360 OrthodonticsKeighley | 11.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (22 reviews) |
| Barrowford Dental PracticeBarrowford | 12.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BD23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Glusburn, 6.9 miles south-east; the next are Barnoldswick (7.4 miles south-west) and Keighley (7.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Glusburn | 1 | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Barnoldswick | 1 | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Keighley | 3 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Colne | 2 | 10.6 miles south-west |
| Barrowford | 1 | 12.0 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 BD23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick (4.9 from 331 reviews), 7.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Station House Dental CareBarnoldswick | 4.9 (331 reviews) | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Barrowford Dental PracticeBarrowford | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 12.0 miles south-west |
| Colne Dental CareColne | 4.9 (64 reviews) | 10.6 miles south-west |
| Taylored Dental Care KeighleyKeighley | 4.8 (197 reviews) | 10.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BD23
The nearest practice to BD23 is The Brace Place in Glusburn, 6.9 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 43.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Brace Place (6.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around BD23 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BD23 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Brace Place in Glusburn, 6.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 24 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BD23 to The Brace Place is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
BD23 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 10.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,539 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Skipton Academy — 2.2 miles Skipton Girls' High School — 2.3 miles Ermysted's Grammar School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,434 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Brace Place, Glusburn — 7 miles Station House Dental Care, Barnoldswick — 7 miles DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies, Keighley — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 43 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BB18, BD20, BB8, BD22, BD21, BB9, BD24, BB10 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the BD23 area
People searching from BD23 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 BD23 is Thorlby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BD23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BD23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BD23 is The Brace Place in Glusburn, about 6.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Station House Dental Care (7.4 miles) and DB Orthodontics - Orthodontic Supplies (7.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BD23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BD23, 3 practices within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Glusburn, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BD23?
The nearest practice to BD23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Brace Place in Glusburn, about 6.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Station House Dental Care (7.4 miles) and Colne Dental Care (10.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the BD23 postcode district?
Places in or next to BD23 include Thorlby, Stirton, Rockwood, Gargrave, Mill Fields, Skipton, Middle Town and Horse Close.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BD23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Thorlby, North Yorkshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near BD23 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.