Orthodontic practices near WF11
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of WF11, 9 practices within 10 and 94 practices within 20. The closest is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, 2.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 2.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 4.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 6.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 7.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICSSelby | 9.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WF11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontefract, 2.5 miles south-west; the next are Castleford (4.2 miles west) and Low Ackworth (6.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract | 4 | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Castleford | 1 | 4.2 miles west |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 6.2 miles south-west |
| Garforth | 1 | 7.8 miles north-west |
| Selby | 1 | 9.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF11
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-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 2.7 miles south-west |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 4.9 (782 reviews) | 7.8 miles north-west |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.5 miles south-west |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 4.6 (510 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF11
WF11 is 2.5 miles from One Smile Dental - Pontefract, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 94.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: One Smile Dental - Pontefract (2.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around WF11 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WF11 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 14 miles away.
WF11 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 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,962 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,359 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | De Lacy Academy — 0.7 miles Airedale Academy — 2.3 miles Ark Carleton High School — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,887 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 | One Smile Dental - Pontefract, Pontefract — 2 miles Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 4 miles The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 94 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF8, WF10, LS25, WF7, WF9, DN6, LS24, WF6 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the WF11 area
A typical orthodontic search around WF11 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WF11 is Ferrybridge Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF11 is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 2.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Pontefract Hospital (2.6 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF11?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of WF11, 9 practices within 10 miles and 94 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF11?
The nearest practice to WF11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 2.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Pontefract Dental Care (2.7 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF11 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF11 include Ferrybridge Hill, Knottingley, Byram, England Lane, Brotherton, Ferrybridge, Burton Salmon and Darrington.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF11 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Ferrybridge Hill, City and Borough of Wakefield, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near WF11?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.