Orthodontic practices near DL8
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of DL8; 1 practice within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 7.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Orthodontics BedaleBedale | 7.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (9 reviews) |
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 18.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (33 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington | 18.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (9 reviews) |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 18.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington | 18.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 18.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 19.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 19.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (610 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DL8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bedale, 7.8 miles east; the next are Darlington (18.1 miles north-east) and Middleton St George (19.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bedale | 1 | 7.8 miles east |
| Darlington | 6 | 18.1 miles north-east |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 19.9 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 DL8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Middleton St George Dental Care (4.9 from 610 reviews), 19.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 4.9 (610 reviews) | 19.9 miles north-east |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 18.5 miles north-east |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 4.5 (46 reviews) | 18.8 miles north-east |
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 4.5 (33 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DL8
From DL8 the nearest practice is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 7.8 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 8.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill Orthodontics Bedale (7.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around DL8 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DL8 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 7.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DL8 to Windmill Orthodontics Bedale 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 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 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 10.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DL8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,115 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 30 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wensleydale School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 407 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, Bedale — 8 miles Darlington Dental Clinic, Darlington — 18 miles Middleton St George Dental Care, Middleton St George — 20 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 8 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DL9, DL10, DL11, HG4, DL7, DL2, HG3, DL3 |
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 DL8 area
People searching from DL8 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 DL8 is Spennithorne.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DL8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DL8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DL8 is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, about 7.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Darlington Dental Clinic (18.1 miles) and Duke Street Dental Practice (18.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DL8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DL8, 1 practice within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bedale, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DL8?
The nearest practice to DL8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, about 7.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED (18.5 miles) and Springs Practice (18.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the DL8 postcode district?
Places in or next to DL8 include Spennithorne, Ulshaw, East Witton, Middleham, Harmby, Constable Burton, Garriston and West Hauxwell.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DL8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Spennithorne, North Yorkshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near DL8?
Yes, patients around Spennithorne, North Yorkshire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.