Orthodontic practices near S96
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of S96, 23 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Space Dental in Catcliffe, 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (463 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICERotherham | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmilelignSheffield | 2.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (43 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 2.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 2.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (164 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| ImpressSheffield | 3.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (35 reviews) |
| Charles Clifford Dental HospitalSheffield | 3.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (170 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to S96 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Catcliffe, 1.4 miles east; the next are Rotherham (2.1 miles east) and Sheffield (2.1 miles west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of S96
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Space Dental in Catcliffe (4.9 from 463 reviews), 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 4.9 (463 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| Portman Dental & Implant ClinicSheffield | 4.8 (164 reviews) | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 4.7 (164 reviews) | 2.1 miles south-west |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 4.6 (61 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from S96
The nearest practice to S96 is Space Dental in Catcliffe, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; One Smile Dental - Sheffield (3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around S96 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 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 S96 are commissioned by NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Space Dental in Catcliffe, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 3 miles away.
S96 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sheffield |
| NHS dental services | NHS South 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 32.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,567 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 47.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 755 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park — 0.4 miles Oasis Academy Don Valley — 0.5 miles Fir Vale Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 12,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Space Dental, Catcliffe — 1 miles ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Rotherham — 2 miles Smilelign, Sheffield — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | S99, S98, S9, S4, S95, S2, S5, S3 |
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 S96
Patients in the S96 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 S96 is Brightside.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near S96
Where is the nearest orthodontist to S96?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to S96 is Space Dental in Catcliffe, about 1.4 miles to the east. The next closest are ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.1 miles) and Smilelign (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near S96?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of S96, 23 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near S96?
The nearest practice to S96 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Space Dental in Catcliffe, about 1.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (2.1 miles) and Smile9 - Invisalign Sheffield (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the S96 postcode district?
Places in or next to S96 include Brightside, Attercliffe, Grimesthorpe, Carbrook, Meadowhall, Low Wincobank, Wincobank and Darnall.
How do I find an orthodontist near the S96 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Brightside, Sheffield, 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 S96?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Brightside, Sheffield 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.