Orthodontic practices near DY2
On our practice register: 33 practices within 5 miles of DY2, 80 practices within 10 and 163 practices within 20. The closest is North Street Dental in Dudley, 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Street DentalDudley | 0.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (229 reviews) |
| The BriarsDudley | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 3.6 (34 reviews) |
| Finesse Cosmetic DentistsBrierley Hill | 1.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (70 reviews) |
| Dental Care HerefordCradley Heath | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (1,965 reviews) |
| Hakimi Dental ClinicOldbury | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (173 reviews) |
| Bhandal Dental Practice (Blackheath Surgery)Rowley Regis | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (298 reviews) |
| Smile Studio DentistsRowley Regis | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (60 reviews) |
| Tipton Dental PracticeTipton | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (53 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DY2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dudley, 0.9 miles north; the next are Brierley Hill (1.7 miles south) and Cradley Heath (1.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dudley | 2 | 0.9 miles north |
| Brierley Hill | 1 | 1.7 miles south |
| Cradley Heath | 1 | 1.7 miles south |
| Oldbury | 1 | 2.0 miles east |
| Rowley Regis | 2 | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Tipton | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DY2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North Street Dental in Dudley (4.9 from 229 reviews), 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Street DentalDudley | 4.9 (229 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Smile Studio DentistsRowley Regis | 4.9 (60 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Finesse Cosmetic DentistsBrierley Hill | 4.8 (70 reviews) | 1.7 miles south |
| Hakimi Dental ClinicOldbury | 4.6 (173 reviews) | 2.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DY2
The nearest practice to DY2 is North Street Dental in Dudley, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 80 practices, and within 20 there are 163.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bhandal Dental Practice (Blackheath Surgery) (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Tipton Dental Practice (2.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around DY2 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 DY2 are commissioned by NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Care Hereford in Cradley Heath, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 8 miles away.
DY2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dudley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Black Country 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,755 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.8% aged 16 to 24 and 31.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,127 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Link Academy — 0.4 miles Pegasus Academy — 1.1 miles St James Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 12,972 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 114 schools, 48,386 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 23.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | North Street Dental, Dudley — under a mile Finesse Cosmetic Dentists, Brierley Hill — 2 miles Dental Care Hereford, Cradley Heath — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 80 within 10 miles, 163 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DY1, B64, B65, DY4, DY5, B63, B69, DY3 |
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 DY2
Patients in the DY2 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 DY2 is Darby End.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DY2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DY2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DY2 is North Street Dental in Dudley, about 0.9 miles to the north. The next closest are The Briars (1.1 miles) and Finesse Cosmetic Dentists (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DY2?
Our register has 33 practices within 5 miles of DY2, 80 practices within 10 miles and 163 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DY2?
The nearest practice to DY2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Care Hereford in Cradley Heath, about 1.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Hakimi Dental Clinic (2.0 miles) and Bhandal Dental Practice (Blackheath Surgery) (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the DY2 postcode district?
Places in or next to DY2 include Darby End, Windmill End, Bowling Green, Netherton, Dudley Wood, Mushroom Green, Old Hill and Brickhouse Farm.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DY2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Darby End, Dudley, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near DY2?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.