Orthodontic practices near DE56
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of DE56; 19 practices within 10 and 80 practices within 20. The closest is Heanor Dental Care, 5.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 5.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental CentreDerby | 5.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (323 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 6.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Practice / Derby Orthodontics (R V Patel)Derby | 6.8 miles south | – | – | – | 2.3 (6 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 6.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (128 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 7.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (460 reviews) |
| Casa DentalDerby | 7.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (180 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DE56 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Heanor, 5.3 miles east; the next are Derby (5.8 miles south) and Alfreton (6.2 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 DE56
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashbourne Road Dental in Derby (4.9 from 346 reviews), 6.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 6.7 miles south |
| Casa DentalDerby | 4.8 (180 reviews) | 7.2 miles south |
| The Orthodontic PracticeDerby | 4.8 (128 reviews) | 6.8 miles south |
| Remarkable Smiles - DerbyDerby | 4.7 (460 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DE56
From DE56 the nearest practice is Heanor Dental Care, 5.3 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. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 80.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around DE56 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DE56 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Heanor Dental Care, 5.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DE56 to Heanor Dental Care is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 19.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DE56 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Amber Valley |
| 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,058 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,907 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Belper School and Sixth Form Centre — 0.9 miles John Flamsteed Community School — 2.1 miles The Ecclesbourne School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,666 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Heanor Dental Care, Heanor — 5 miles Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre, Derby — 6 miles Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 80 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DE5, DE22, DE21, DE1, DE99, DE75, DE23, DE55 |
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 DE56
A typical orthodontic search around DE56 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DE56 is Belper.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DE56
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DE56?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DE56 is Heanor Dental Care, about 5.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Cosmetic White Smiles at The Oakwood Dental Centre (5.8 miles) and Refine Specialist Dental Care (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DE56?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DE56, 19 practices within 10 miles and 80 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Heanor, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DE56?
The nearest practice to DE56 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Heanor Dental Care, about 5.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Refine Specialist Dental Care (6.2 miles) and Ashbourne Road Dental (6.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the DE56 postcode district?
Places in or next to DE56 include Belper, Cowhill, Far Laund, Chevinside, Bridgehill, Scotches, The Gutter and White Moor.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DE56 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Belper, Derbyshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DE56?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.