Orthodontic practices near HG5
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of HG5, 11 practices within 10 and 78 practices within 20. The closest is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 0.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purely DentalKnaresborough | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (133 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental CareHarrogate | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (405 reviews) |
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 3.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (416 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental & Implant ClinicHarrogate | 3.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (30 reviews) |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 3.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsHarrogate | 3.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 3.8 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to HG5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Knaresborough, 0.4 miles west; the next are Harrogate (2.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough | 1 | 0.4 miles west |
| Harrogate | 7 | 2.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of HG5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is MapleLeaf Dental in Harrogate (5.0 from 168 reviews), 3.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 3.8 miles west |
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 4.9 (416 reviews) | 3.3 miles west |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 3.4 miles west |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (287 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from HG5
The nearest practice to HG5 is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 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 11 practices, and within 20 there are 78.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Purely Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around HG5 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around HG5 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 15 miles away.
HG5 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 10.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,793 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,142 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King James's School — 0.6 miles Harrogate High School — 2.8 miles St John Fisher Catholic Academy — 3.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,133 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Purely Dental, Knaresborough — under a mile Harrogate Dental Care, Harrogate — 2 miles Wetherby Orthodontics, Wetherby — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 78 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HG2, HG1, YO51, LS22, LS23, HG3, LS17, HG4 |
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 HG5
Patients in the HG5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for HG5 is Knaresborough.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near HG5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to HG5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to HG5 is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 0.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Harrogate Dental Care (2.1 miles) and Clover House Dental Practice Ltd (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near HG5?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of HG5, 11 practices within 10 miles and 78 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near HG5?
The nearest practice to HG5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Harrogate Dental Care (2.1 miles) and The Harrogate Clinic (3.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the HG5 postcode district?
Places in or next to HG5 include Knaresborough, Tentergate, New Scriven, Scriven, Forest Moor, Lingerfield, Ferrensby and Goldsborough.
How do I find an orthodontist near the HG5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near HG5?
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.