Orthodontic practices near WF14
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of WF14, 65 practices within 10 and 124 practices within 20. The closest is Dewsbury Dental Centre, 2.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury Dental CentreDewsbury | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (172 reviews) |
| Batley Carr Dental CentreBatley | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (866 reviews) |
| Dewsbury Dental Care (Now at Batley Carr Dental Centre)Dewsbury | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (65 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURYDewsbury | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (BRADFORD ROAD)Dewsbury | 3.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smiles in Tandem DentalHuddersfield | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (284 reviews) |
| Mount Dental SurgeryBatley | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (18 reviews) |
| Dewsbury OrthodonticsBatley | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (79 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WF14 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dewsbury, 2.8 miles east; the next are Batley (2.9 miles north-east) and Huddersfield (3.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury | 4 | 2.8 miles east |
| Batley | 3 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Huddersfield | 1 | 3.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF14
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smiles in Tandem Dental in Huddersfield (5.0 from 284 reviews), 3.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiles in Tandem DentalHuddersfield | 5.0 (284 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Batley Carr Dental CentreBatley | 4.9 (866 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Mount Dental SurgeryBatley | 4.9 (18 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Dewsbury Dental CentreDewsbury | 4.7 (172 reviews) | 2.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF14
WF14 is 2.8 miles from Dewsbury Dental Centre, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 65 practices, and within 20 there are 124.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around WF14 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 WF14 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dewsbury Dental Centre, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 10 miles away.
WF14 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Kirklees |
| 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 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,472 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,558 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Castle Hall Academy — 0.3 miles The Mirfield Free Grammar — 0.5 miles Spen Valley High School — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,358 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 198 schools, 67,205 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dewsbury Dental Centre, Dewsbury — 3 miles Batley Carr Dental Centre, Batley — 3 miles Smiles in Tandem Dental, Huddersfield — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 65 within 10 miles, 124 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF15, WF16, BD19, WF13, HD5, WF17, BD11, WF12 |
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 WF14 area
Most WF14 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 WF14 is Knowl.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF14
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF14?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF14 is Dewsbury Dental Centre, about 2.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Batley Carr Dental Centre (2.9 miles) and Dewsbury Dental Care (Now at Batley Carr Dental Centre) (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF14?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of WF14, 65 practices within 10 miles and 124 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF14?
The nearest practice to WF14 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dewsbury Dental Centre, about 2.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS DEWSBURY (2.9 miles) and SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (BRADFORD ROAD) (3.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF14 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF14 include Knowl, New Scarboro', Snake Hill, Mirfield, Kitson Hill, Lower Hopton, Crossley Hill and Battyeford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF14 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Knowl, Kirklees, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.