Orthodontic practices near NE17
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of NE17, 18 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Consett Carpark, 4.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett CarparkConsett | 4.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 5.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 7.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 7.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 8.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 8.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Consett, 4.3 miles south; the next are Newburn (4.7 miles north-east) and Annfield Plain (5.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Consett | 2 | 4.3 miles south |
| Newburn | 1 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Benwell | 2 | 7.6 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 8.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley (5.0 from 443 reviews), 8.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 8.8 miles east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 4.7 miles north-east |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 4.8 (172 reviews) | 7.8 miles north-east |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 4.8 (138 reviews) | 7.6 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 NE17
NE17 is 4.3 miles from Consett Carpark, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ryton Dental (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (7.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around NE17 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 NE17 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, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 9 miles away.
NE17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gateshead |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 632 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Prudhoe Community High School — 3.2 miles Highfield Middle School — 3.5 miles Consett Academy — 3.8 miles |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Consett Carpark, Consett — 4 miles Ryton Dental, Newburn — 5 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE39, NE42, DH8, NE40, NE43, NE21, DH9, NE15 |
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 NE17 area
A typical orthodontic search around NE17 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE17 is Chopwell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE17 is Consett Carpark, about 4.3 miles to the south. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (4.3 miles) and Ryton Dental (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE17?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of NE17, 18 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE17?
The nearest practice to NE17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 4.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ryton Dental (4.7 miles) and Neo Orthodontics (7.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE17 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE17 include Chopwell, Blackhall Mill, High Westwood, Low Westwood, The Dene, Ebchester, Coalburns and Medomsley.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE17 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Chopwell, Gateshead, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near NE17?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.