Orthodontic practices near CA26
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CA26; 2 practices within 10 and 3 practices within 20. The closest is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 7.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 7.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 9.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 11.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| BIRCH VALLEY DENTAL CLINICDalbeattie | 29.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 29.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Workington, 7.5 miles north-west; the next are Cockermouth (9.6 miles north-east) and Maryport (11.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Workington | 1 | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 9.6 miles north-east |
| Maryport | 1 | 11.8 miles north |
| Dalbeattie | 1 | 29.7 miles north-west |
| Penrith | 1 | 29.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA26
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alauna Dental Care Maryport (4.8 from 839 reviews), 11.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.8 (839 reviews) | 11.8 miles north |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 4.8 (20 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CA26
The nearest practice to CA26 is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 7.5 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 3.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around CA26 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CA26 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 7.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA26 to St Michael's Dental Practice 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 200 to 390 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £175 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 17.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA26 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,970 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 | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 41 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Benedict's Catholic High School — 3.0 miles The Whitehaven Academy — 3.0 miles West Lakes Academy — 4.5 miles |
| 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 | St Michael's Dental Practice, Workington — 8 miles DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 10 miles Alauna Dental Care Maryport, Maryport — 12 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CA23, CA25, CA24, CA22, CA28, CA21, CA14, CA27 |
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 CA26 area
Patients in the CA26 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 CA26 is Frizington.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA26 is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, about 7.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (9.6 miles) and Alauna Dental Care Maryport (11.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA26?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA26, 2 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Workington, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA26?
The nearest practice to CA26 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, about 7.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (9.6 miles) and BIRCH VALLEY DENTAL CLINIC (29.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA26 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA26 include Frizington, Arlecdon, Winder, Rowrah, Asby, Ennerdale Bridge, Gilgarran and Beck.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA26 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Frizington, Cumbria, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near CA26?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Frizington, 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.