Start free assessment

Find Orthodontic Options Around SK22

This page focuses on orthodontic options for the SK22 postcode district and the Low Leighton, Derbyshire area around it. It links the postcode search to nearby town pages and a quick photo-based assessment route. Starting remotely helps you shortlist the right kind of provider first.

No commitment. No appointment needed.

Orthodontic practices near SK22

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of SK22, 38 practices within 10 and 132 practices within 20. The closest is North West Orthodontics in Marple, 3.4 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
North West OrthodonticsMarple3.4 miles north-west–✓✓5.0 (12 reviews)
The Bridge Dental CareMarple3.4 miles north-west–––5.0 (133 reviews)
Stockport OrthodonticsStockport5.3 miles west✓–✓5.0 (37 reviews)
Holly House Dental PracticeStockport6.0 miles north-west–✓✓4.9 (874 reviews)
N Marsh OrthodonticsHyde6.4 miles north-west––––
128 Dental Care | StockportStockport6.5 miles west–✓✓4.8 (143 reviews)
Bramhall Smile ClinicBramhall7.5 miles west––✓5.0 (104 reviews)
The Mall Advanced Dental CareStockport7.6 miles west–✓✓4.8 (161 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to SK22 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marple, 3.4 miles north-west; the next are Stockport (5.3 miles west) and Hyde (6.4 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Marple23.4 miles north-west
Stockport45.3 miles west
Hyde16.4 miles north-west
Bramhall17.5 miles west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SK22

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Bridge Dental Care in Marple (5.0 from 133 reviews), 3.4 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
The Bridge Dental CareMarple5.0 (133 reviews)3.4 miles north-west
Bramhall Smile ClinicBramhall5.0 (104 reviews)7.5 miles west
Stockport OrthodonticsStockport5.0 (37 reviews)5.3 miles west
North West OrthodonticsMarple5.0 (12 reviews)3.4 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 SK22

SK22 is 3.4 miles from North West Orthodontics in Marple, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 132.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Mall Advanced Dental Care (7.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around SK22 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SK22 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stockport Orthodontics, 5.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 12 miles away.

SK22 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaHigh Peak
NHS dental servicesNHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1614.5% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents7,459 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 31.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car16.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre305 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalManchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 12 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsNew Mills School — 0.6 miles
Chapel-en-le-Frith High School — 4.5 miles
Marple Hall School — 4.6 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 692 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay18.8% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesNorth West Orthodontics, Marple — 3 miles
Stockport Orthodontics, Stockport — 5 miles
N Marsh Orthodontics, Hyde — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles38 within 10 miles, 132 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsSK23, SK13, SK6, SK14, SK12, SK15, SK16, OL5

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 SK22

Most SK22 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.

The nearest town page for SK22 is Low Leighton.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SK22

Where is the nearest orthodontist to SK22?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SK22 is North West Orthodontics in Marple, about 3.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Bridge Dental Care (3.4 miles) and Stockport Orthodontics (5.3 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near SK22?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of SK22, 38 practices within 10 miles and 132 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near SK22?

The nearest practice to SK22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stockport Orthodontics, about 5.3 miles to the west.

Which places are in or near the SK22 postcode district?

Places in or next to SK22 include Low Leighton, Thornsett, Hidebank, New Mills, Birch Vale, Torr Top, Furness Vale and Rowarth.

How do I find an orthodontist near the SK22 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Low Leighton, Derbyshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.

How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SK22?

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.

Ready to explore orthodontic options near SK22?

Upload guided photos and receive a clinician-reviewed assessment — no appointment needed.

Start Photo Assessment

Takes about 5 minutes · No obligation