Orthodontic practices near WF10
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of WF10, 27 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 0.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 2.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 5.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 5.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 6.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (703 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WF10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Castleford, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Pontefract (2.7 miles south-east) and Garforth (5.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Castleford | 1 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Pontefract | 4 | 2.7 miles south-east |
| Garforth | 1 | 5.1 miles north |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 5.7 miles south |
| Scholes | 1 | 6.2 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 2.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-east |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 4.9 (782 reviews) | 5.1 miles north |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 4.9 (703 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-west |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF10
WF10 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Armstrong and Haire in Castleford is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: One Smile Dental - Pontefract (2.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around WF10 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WF10 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, 2.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 10 miles away.
WF10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wakefield |
| NHS dental services | NHS West 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 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,424 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 36.6% 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 | 2,747 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Castleford Academy — 0.1 miles Airedale Academy — 1.5 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,320 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 155 schools, 57,141 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — under a mile One Smile Dental - Pontefract, Pontefract — 3 miles garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds, Garforth — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 123 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF7, WF8, LS25, WF6, WF11, LS26, WF9, LS15 |
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 WF10
Most WF10 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.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WF10 is Castleford Ings.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF10 is Armstrong and Haire in Castleford, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are One Smile Dental - Pontefract (2.7 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF10?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of WF10, 27 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF10?
The nearest practice to WF10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 2.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Pontefract Dental Care (2.7 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF10 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF10 include Castleford Ings, Half Acres, Castleford, Glass Houghton, Wheldale, Cutsyke, Whitwood Mere and North Featherstone.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF10 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Castleford Ings, City and Borough of Wakefield, 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 WF10?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Castleford Ings, City and Borough of Wakefield 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.