Orthodontic practices near DE21
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of DE21, 24 practices within 10 and 87 practices within 20. The closest is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby | 0.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (323 reviews) |
| The Park Brace ClinicDerby | 1.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (13 reviews) |
| The Park Dental ClinicDerby | 1.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (194 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 2.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
| Casa DentalDerby | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (180 reviews) |
| Charming SmilesDerby | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 2.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DE21
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Park Dental Clinic in Derby (4.9 from 194 reviews), 1.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Park Dental ClinicDerby | 4.9 (194 reviews) | 1.8 miles south |
| The Park Brace ClinicDerby | 4.9 (13 reviews) | 1.8 miles south |
| Casa DentalDerby | 4.8 (180 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-west |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 4.7 (460 reviews) | 2.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DE21
DE21 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 87.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Park Brace Clinic (1.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around DE21 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 DE21 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Derby City Dental Care, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 31 miles away.
DE21 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derby |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,889 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 31.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,788 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lees Brook Academy — 0.3 miles Da Vinci Academy — 0.8 miles West Park School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,613 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 116 schools, 47,329 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre, Derby — under a mile Dr Serena Hoyte, Ilkeston — 5 miles No1 The Orthodontic Specialists, Findern — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 87 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DE99, DE1, DE24, DE22, DE23, DE72, DE73, DE56 |
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 DE21
People searching from DE21 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 DE21 is Chaddesden.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DE21
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DE21?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DE21 is Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre in Derby, about 0.6 miles to the north. The next closest are The Park Brace Clinic (1.8 miles) and The Park Dental Clinic (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DE21?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of DE21, 24 practices within 10 miles and 87 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DE21?
The nearest practice to DE21 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Derby City Dental Care, about 2.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Charming Smiles (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the DE21 postcode district?
Places in or next to DE21 include Chaddesden, Breadsall Hilltop, Breadsall, Wilmorton, Spondon, Crewton, Morleymoor and Morley Smithy.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DE21 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Chaddesden, Derby, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near DE21?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.