Orthodontic practices near WF4
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of WF4, 40 practices within 10 and 128 practices within 20. The closest is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, 1.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 1.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Orthodontics by JontyWakefield | 2.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Space DentalWakefield | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (142 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWakefield | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Total Orthodontics Belfast, Ormeau RoadWakefield | 2.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.0 (5 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 2.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
| Newstead House Dental ClinicWakefield | 2.8 miles north | – | – | – | 3.1 (59 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northgate Dental in Wakefield (5.0 from 185 reviews), 2.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 2.7 miles north |
| Space DentalWakefield | 4.9 (1,305 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 1.4 miles east |
| St Michael's OrthodonticsWakefield | 4.9 (142 reviews) | 2.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF4
WF4 is 1.4 miles from Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 128.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Advance Dental Care (1.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around WF4 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.4 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 WF4 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.
WF4 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,518 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,376 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kettlethorpe High School — 0.8 miles Horbury Academy — 1.5 miles Trinity Academy Cathedral — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,175 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 | Advance Dental Care, Wakefield — 1 miles Mapplewell Dental Centre, Barnsley — 4 miles Thornhill Dental, Middlestown — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 128 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF2, WF90, WF1, WF5, WF3, S75, S71, 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.
Starting your orthodontic search in WF4
A typical orthodontic search around WF4 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for WF4 is Durkar.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF4 is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 1.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Orthodontics by Jonty (2.2 miles) and Space Dental (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF4?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of WF4, 40 practices within 10 miles and 128 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF4?
The nearest practice to WF4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Care in Wakefield, about 1.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Space Dental (2.2 miles) and St Michael's Orthodontics (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF4 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF4 include Durkar, Chapelthorpe, Hill Top, Crigglestone, Hollingthorpe, Calder Grove, Horbury Junction and Thornes.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Durkar, City and Borough of Wakefield, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near WF4?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Durkar, 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.