Orthodontic practices near BD9
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of BD9, 59 practices within 10 and 128 practices within 20. The closest is Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice in Shipley, 1.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muirhead & Associates Dental PracticeShipley | 1.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (155 reviews) |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (148 reviews) |
| Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and HarrogateSaltaire | 1.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
| Saltaire Orthodontics BradfordSaltaire | 1.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (119 reviews) |
| Ortho-Care (UK) LtdSaltaire | 1.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Shipley Dental CentreShipley | 1.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (363 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICSShipley | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BD9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shipley, 1.0 miles north-east; the next are Saltaire (1.5 miles north).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BD9
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), 1.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and HarrogateSaltaire | 5.0 (70 reviews) | 1.5 miles north |
| Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental SuiteShipley | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Muirhead & Associates Dental PracticeShipley | 4.9 (155 reviews) | 1.0 miles north-east |
| Honesty Dental CareSaltaire | 4.9 (148 reviews) | 1.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BD9
The nearest practice to BD9 is Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice in Shipley, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 59 practices, and within 20 there are 128.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Honesty Dental Care (1.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around BD9 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles 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 BD9 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Honesty Dental Care in Saltaire, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 10 miles away.
BD9 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 | 28.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,680 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 15.5% aged 16 to 24 and 35% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,210 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy — 0.3 miles Bradford Girls' Grammar School — 0.7 miles Beckfoot Upper Heaton — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 21 schools, about 21,741 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 | Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice, Shipley — 1 miles Honesty Dental Care, Saltaire — 2 miles Southbrook Dental Practice, Bradford — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 59 within 10 miles, 128 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BD97, BD8, BD18, BD98, BD7, BD99, BD14, BD1 |
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 BD9
Patients in the BD9 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 BD9 is Girlington.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BD9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BD9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BD9 is Muirhead & Associates Dental Practice in Shipley, about 1.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Honesty Dental Care (1.5 miles) and Adam Jowett Orthodontics - Shipley and Harrogate (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BD9?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of BD9, 59 practices within 10 miles and 128 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BD9?
The nearest practice to BD9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Honesty Dental Care in Saltaire, about 1.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Smile on the Square - Your Complete Dental Suite (1.6 miles) and SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (1.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the BD9 postcode district?
Places in or next to BD9 include Girlington, Green Side, Frizinghall, Heaton Grove, Crossley Hall, Fairweather Green, Brown Royd and Moorhead.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BD9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Girlington, Bradford, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BD9?
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.