Orthodontic practices near L26
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of L26, 52 practices within 10 and 116 practices within 20. The closest is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, 1.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOLLiverpool | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Abbey by Duthie DentalChildwall | 3.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Cromer House Dental PracticeHuyton | 3.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Fiveways DentalHuyton | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (88 reviews) |
| Chelwood Dental PracticeChildwall | 3.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (82 reviews) |
| Advance SmileMossley Hill | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (35 reviews) |
| Widnes Dental PracticeWidnes | 4.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (87 reviews) |
| Hillside Dental PracticeHuyton | 4.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (53 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Liverpool, 1.5 miles west; the next are Childwall (3.2 miles north-west) and Huyton (3.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 1 | 1.5 miles west |
| Childwall | 2 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Huyton | 3 | 3.3 miles north |
| Mossley Hill | 1 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Widnes | 1 | 4.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L26
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Abbey by Duthie Dental in Childwall (5.0 from 158 reviews), 3.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Abbey by Duthie DentalChildwall | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Widnes Dental PracticeWidnes | 4.9 (87 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Advance SmileMossley Hill | 4.9 (35 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Cromer House Dental PracticeHuyton | 4.8 (172 reviews) | 3.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from L26
L26 is 1.5 miles from BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 52 practices, and within 20 there are 116.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Advance Smile (3.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 1 of the practices around L26 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 miles 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 L26 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 6 miles away.
L26 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Knowsley |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,332 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,194 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Halewood Academy — 0.3 miles St Julie's Catholic High School — 1.5 miles Gateacre School — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,125 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 62 schools, 21,717 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, Liverpool — 2 miles The Abbey by Duthie Dental, Childwall — 3 miles Cromer House Dental Practice, Huyton — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 52 within 10 miles, 116 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L24, L27, L25, L36, WA88, L16, L35, L19 |
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 L26
Most L26 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 L26 is Halewood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L26 is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, about 1.5 miles to the west. The next closest are The Abbey by Duthie Dental (3.2 miles) and Cromer House Dental Practice (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L26?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of L26, 52 practices within 10 miles and 116 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L26?
The nearest practice to L26 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - LIVERPOOL, about 1.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include The Abbey by Duthie Dental (3.2 miles) and Chelwood Dental Practice (3.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the L26 postcode district?
Places in or next to L26 include Halewood, Speke, Tarbock Green, Netherley, Gateacre, Oglet, Belle Vale and Hunts Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L26 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Halewood, Knowsley, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near L26?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Halewood, Knowsley can start an assessment today.
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.