Orthodontic practices near CA17
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA17; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Kendal Dental Care, 18.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Dental CareKendal | 18.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 18.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (263 reviews) |
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 20.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 27.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 29.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 29.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Kendal, 18.9 miles south-west; the next are Penrith (20.4 miles north-west) and High Etherley (27.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kendal | 2 | 18.9 miles south-west |
| Penrith | 1 | 20.4 miles north-west |
| High Etherley | 1 | 27.4 miles north-east |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 29.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CA17
CA17 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Kendal Dental Care, 18.9 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (29.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around CA17 list clear aligners, the nearest 18.9 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 CA17 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, 27.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA17 to Kendal Dental Care is roughly 40 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 490 to 980 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £220 to £440 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 290 to 490 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westmorland and Furness |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,958 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 15 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kirkby Stephen Grammar School — 0.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 377 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 160 schools, 31,227 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Kendal Dental Care, Kendal — 19 miles Ghyllmount Dental, Penrith — 20 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CA16, LA10, CA9, CA10, DL12, LA6, BD24, LA9 |
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.
Orthodontic research around CA17
Most CA17 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CA17 is Kirkby Stephen.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA17 is Kendal Dental Care, about 18.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Sandes Avenue Dental Practice (18.9 miles) and Ghyllmount Dental (20.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA17, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Kendal, 18.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA17?
The nearest practice to CA17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 27.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (29.9 miles) and Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (29.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA17 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA17 include Kirkby Stephen, Nateby, Winton, Waitby, Soulby, Rookby, Smardale and Crosby Garrett.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA17 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CA17?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.