Orthodontic practices near NE6
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of NE6, 42 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics in Newcastle upon Tyne, 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill North Tyneside OrthodonticsNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
| WINDMILL ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 0.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (122 reviews) |
| Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, NewcastleWallsend | 1.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (811 reviews) |
| Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist StocktonWallsend | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 2.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newcastle upon Tyne, 0.6 miles west; the next are Wallsend (1.8 miles north-west) and Felling (2.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 5 | 0.6 miles west |
| Wallsend | 2 | 1.8 miles north-west |
| Felling | 1 | 2.0 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 NE6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Cosmetic Dental Clinic in Newcastle upon Tyne (4.9 from 485 reviews), 1.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 1.9 miles west |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (122 reviews) | 1.7 miles west |
| Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist StocktonWallsend | 4.9 (111 reviews) | 1.8 miles east |
| Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, NewcastleWallsend | 4.8 (811 reviews) | 1.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE6
The nearest practice to NE6 is Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics in Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 42 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around NE6 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 NE6 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics in Newcastle upon Tyne, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away.
NE6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,080 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.4% aged 16 to 24 and 35.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 58.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,536 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Walker Riverside Academy — 0.9 miles Benfield School — 0.9 miles Jesmond Park Academy — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 11,167 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 107 schools, 46,647 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics, Newcastle upon Tyne — under a mile Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, Newcastle, Wallsend — 2 miles Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE7, NE10, NE98, NE2, NE1, NE8, NE12, NE99 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in NE6
Patients in the NE6 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE6 is Walker Gate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE6 is Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 0.6 miles to the west. The next closest are WINDMILL ORTHODONTICS (0.6 miles) and Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE6?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of NE6, 42 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE6?
The nearest practice to NE6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 0.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include WINDMILL ORTHODONTICS (0.6 miles) and Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (1.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE6 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE6 include Walker Gate, Heaton, Old Walker, Byker, Walker, Friars Goose, Heworth Lane and Walkerville.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Walker Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near NE6?
Yes, patients around Walker Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne 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.