Orthodontic practices near WF17
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of WF17, 86 practices within 10 and 120 practices within 20. The closest is Eclipse Dental Care in Batley, 0.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Dental CareBatley | 0.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (1,024 reviews) |
| Mount Dental SurgeryBatley | 0.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (18 reviews) |
| Hick Lane Dental Surgery LtdDewsbury | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (85 reviews) |
| Batley Carr Dental CentreBatley | 1.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (866 reviews) |
| Dewsbury OrthodonticsBatley | 1.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (79 reviews) |
| Dewsbury Dental Care (Now at Batley Carr Dental Centre)Dewsbury | 1.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (65 reviews) |
| SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (BRADFORD ROAD)Dewsbury | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 1.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (114 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WF17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Batley, 0.4 miles south-east; the next are Dewsbury (0.8 miles south-east) and Cleckheaton (1.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Batley | 4 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Dewsbury | 3 | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Cleckheaton | 1 | 1.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Gomersal Dental Lounge in Cleckheaton (5.0 from 114 reviews), 1.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gomersal Dental LoungeCleckheaton | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 1.8 miles west |
| Eclipse Dental CareBatley | 4.9 (1,024 reviews) | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Batley Carr Dental CentreBatley | 4.9 (866 reviews) | 1.3 miles south |
| Mount Dental SurgeryBatley | 4.9 (18 reviews) | 0.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF17
The nearest practice to WF17 is Eclipse Dental Care in Batley, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 86 practices, and within 20 there are 120.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around WF17 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 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 WF17 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (BRADFORD ROAD) in Dewsbury, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 7 miles away.
WF17 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 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,657 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.7% aged 16 to 24 and 36.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,850 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Batley Grammar School — 0.2 miles Upper Batley High School — 0.3 miles Batley Girls' High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 12 schools, about 14,172 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 | Eclipse Dental Care, Batley — under a mile Hick Lane Dental Surgery Ltd, Dewsbury — under a mile Gomersal Dental Lounge, Cleckheaton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 86 within 10 miles, 120 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF13, WF16, WF12, BD11, LS27, WF15, WF14, BD19 |
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 WF17
Most WF17 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 WF17 is Carlinghow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF17 is Eclipse Dental Care in Batley, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Mount Dental Surgery (0.8 miles) and Hick Lane Dental Surgery Ltd (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF17?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of WF17, 86 practices within 10 miles and 120 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF17?
The nearest practice to WF17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is SALTAIRE ORTHODONTICS (BRADFORD ROAD) in Dewsbury, about 1.3 miles to the south.
Which places are in or near the WF17 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF17 include Carlinghow, Upper Batley, Staincliffe, Lamplands, Brookroyd, Copley Hill, White Lee and Batley Carr.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF17 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Carlinghow, Kirklees, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.