Orthodontic practices near CA12
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA12; 4 practices within 20. The closest is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 10.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 10.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 15.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 16.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 17.1 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 20.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (200 reviews) |
| Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle | 21.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 21.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (65 reviews) |
| Cumberland InfirmaryCarlisle | 21.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.6 (370 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cockermouth, 10.3 miles north-west; the next are Penrith (15.4 miles east) and Maryport (16.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cockermouth | 1 | 10.3 miles north-west |
| Penrith | 1 | 15.4 miles east |
| Maryport | 1 | 16.6 miles north-west |
| Workington | 1 | 17.1 miles west |
| Carlisle | 4 | 20.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith (4.9 from 312 reviews), 15.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 4.9 (312 reviews) | 15.4 miles east |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.8 (839 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-west |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 4.8 (20 reviews) | 17.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CA12
From CA12 the nearest practice is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 10.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: York Place Dental (20.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around CA12 list clear aligners, the nearest 17.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CA12 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 10.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA12 to DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS is roughly 25 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 270 to 540 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £245 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 270 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 25% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cumberland |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,470 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,102 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Keswick School — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,208 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 177 schools, 39,502 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 10 miles Ghyllmount Dental, Penrith — 15 miles Alauna Dental Care Maryport, Maryport — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LA22, CA7, CA13, LA21, CA5, LA20, LA23, CA19 |
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.
Teeth straightening near CA12
Most CA12 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CA12 is Keswick.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA12 is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 10.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Ghyllmount Dental (15.4 miles) and Alauna Dental Care Maryport (16.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA12?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA12, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cockermouth, 10.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA12?
The nearest practice to CA12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 10.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include St Michael's Dental Practice (17.1 miles) and Eden Dental Practice (21.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA12 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA12 include Keswick, Briar Rigg, Great Crosthwaite, High Hill, Thrushwood, Ormathwaite, Applethwaite and Millbeck.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA12 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Keswick, Cumbria, 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 CA12?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Keswick, Cumbria can start an assessment today.
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.