Orthodontic practices near BL9
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of BL9, 69 practices within 10 and 192 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Centre | Bury, 0.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 0.3 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Dentist on the RockBury | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (344 reviews) |
| Knowsley DentalBury | 0.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (39 reviews) |
| Synergy DentalBury | 0.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (403 reviews) |
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 1.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (538 reviews) |
| Brandlesholme DentistryBury | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (209 reviews) |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (532 reviews) |
| The Dental PracticeBury | 2.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (34 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BL9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bury, 0.3 miles north; the next are Radcliffe (2.1 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 BL9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Eye & Dental Clinic in Bury (5.0 from 538 reviews), 1.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Dental ClinicBury | 5.0 (538 reviews) | 1.3 miles west |
| Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe | 5.0 (532 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-west |
| The Dental Centre | BuryBury | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
| Dentist on the RockBury | 4.8 (344 reviews) | 0.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BL9
BL9 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Dental Centre | Bury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 69 practices, and within 20 there are 192.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 5 of the practices around BL9 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BL9 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dentist on the Rock in Bury, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
BL9 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bury |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 23.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,316 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.2% aged 16 to 24 and 38.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,860 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hazel Wood High School — 0.5 miles Bury Church of England High School — 0.8 miles St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 7,309 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,505 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Centre | Bury, Bury — under a mile Ashley Latter Ltd, Radcliffe — 2 miles Inglewood House Dental Practice, Whitefield — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 69 within 10 miles, 192 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BL8, M45, M26, OL10, BL0, M25, M7, M27 |
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 BL9
Patients in the BL9 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 BL9 is Pimhole.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BL9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BL9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BL9 is The Dental Centre | Bury, about 0.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Dentist on the Rock (0.4 miles) and Knowsley Dental (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BL9?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of BL9, 69 practices within 10 miles and 192 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BL9?
The nearest practice to BL9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dentist on the Rock in Bury, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Brandlesholme Dentistry (1.7 miles) and Ashley Latter Ltd (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the BL9 postcode district?
Places in or next to BL9 include Pimhole, Woodfields, Free Town, Bury Ground, Tentersfield, Bury, Heap Bridge and Fishpool.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BL9 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Pimhole, Borough of Bury, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BL9?
Yes, patients around Pimhole, Borough of Bury can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.