Orthodontic practices near OL16
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of OL16, 47 practices within 10 and 178 practices within 20. The closest is K L M Orthodontics in Rochdale, 0.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K L M OrthodonticsRochdale | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| KML ORTHODONTICSRochdale | 0.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| One DentalRochdale | 0.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (561 reviews) |
| Waterside Dental CareRochdale | 0.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (51 reviews) |
| Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale | 1.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (32 reviews) |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 1.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| Dentistry 442Rochdale | 2.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.2 (19 reviews) |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 2.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (570 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OL16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rochdale, 0.8 miles north-west; the next are Heywood (2.5 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of OL16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Edenfield Dental Care in Heywood (4.9 from 570 reviews), 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Waterside Dental CareRochdale | 4.8 (51 reviews) | 0.9 miles north-west |
| One DentalRochdale | 4.7 (561 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 4.4 (104 reviews) | 1.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL16
OL16 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: K L M Orthodontics in Rochdale is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 47 practices, and within 20 there are 178.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Crescent Orthodontics (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around OL16 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 OL16 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is KML ORTHODONTICS in Rochdale, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 11 miles away.
OL16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Rochdale |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 30% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,587 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 35.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,257 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsway Park High School — 0.7 miles Hollingworth Academy — 1.1 miles St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 10,568 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 38,288 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | K L M Orthodontics, Rochdale — under a mile Edenfield Dental Care, Heywood — 2 miles Design Dental, Littleborough — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 47 within 10 miles, 178 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SK2, OL12, OL2, OL15, OL11, OL1, M35, OL9 |
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.
Teeth straightening near OL16
People searching from OL16 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 OL16 is Clover Hall.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL16 is K L M Orthodontics in Rochdale, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are KML ORTHODONTICS (0.8 miles) and One Dental (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL16?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of OL16, 47 practices within 10 miles and 178 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL16?
The nearest practice to OL16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is KML ORTHODONTICS in Rochdale, about 0.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Crescent Orthodontics (1.0 miles) and Edenfield Dental Care (2.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL16 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL16 include Clover Hall, Firgrove, Buersil, Green Gate, Turf Hill, Howarth Cross, Milnrow and Burnedge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Clover Hall, Borough of Rochdale, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near OL16?
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.