Orthodontic practices near DL13
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of DL13; 12 practices within 20. The closest is Consett Carpark, 10.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett CarparkConsett | 10.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 10.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 11.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 11.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 11.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 13.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 15.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 15.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DL13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Consett, 10.5 miles north-east; the next are High Etherley (11.1 miles south-east) and Bishop Auckland (11.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Consett | 2 | 10.5 miles north-east |
| High Etherley | 1 | 11.1 miles south-east |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 11.8 miles east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Durham | 2 | 15.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DL13
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (5.0 from 28 reviews), 11.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 11.8 miles east |
| Consett CarparkConsett | 4.2 (53 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-east |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 4.2 (10 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-east |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 4.1 (113 reviews) | 15.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DL13
From DL13 the nearest practice is Consett Carpark, 10.5 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. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (11.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around DL13 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DL13 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, 10.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DL13 to Consett Carpark 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 550 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £250 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 18.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DL13 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | County Durham |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,675 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 46 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wolsingham School — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 774 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 273 schools, 74,080 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Consett Carpark, Consett — 10 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 11 miles QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 12 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, 12 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DL12, DH8, DL15, NE44, NE43, NE17, NE42, NE45 |
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 DL13 area
Patients in the DL13 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 DL13 is White Kirkley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DL13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DL13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DL13 is Consett Carpark, about 10.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (10.5 miles) and West Auckland Dental Care (11.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DL13?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DL13, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Consett, 10.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DL13?
The nearest practice to DL13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 10.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include West Auckland Dental Care (11.1 miles) and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (11.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the DL13 postcode district?
Places in or next to DL13 include White Kirkley, Frosterley, Wolsingham, Waskerley, Woodland, Bedburn, Eggleston and Muggleswick.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DL13 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around White Kirkley, County Durham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DL13?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.