Orthodontic practices near WF7
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of WF7, 23 practices within 10 and 109 practices within 20. The closest is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 1.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 1.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 2.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 2.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 2.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 4.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 5.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 6.0 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (185 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WF7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Low Ackworth, 1.8 miles south; the next are Pontefract (2.3 miles north-east) and Castleford (4.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 1.8 miles south |
| Pontefract | 4 | 2.3 miles north-east |
| Castleford | 1 | 4.2 miles north |
| Wakefield | 2 | 5.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 2.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-east |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 6.0 miles west |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 5.6 miles west |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF7
WF7 is 1.8 miles from The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 109.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Mount Dental Practice (1.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around WF7 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 WF7 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 13 miles away.
WF7 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,579 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 34.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 806 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Featherstone Academy — 0.8 miles Ark the King's School — 1.9 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,093 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 | The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 2 miles Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio, Pontefract — 2 miles Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 109 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF8, WF10, WF9, WF6, S72, WF11, LS25, LS26 |
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 WF7
Most WF7 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 WF7 is West Hardwick.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF7 is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 1.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (2.3 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF7?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of WF7, 23 practices within 10 miles and 109 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF7?
The nearest practice to WF7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Mount Dental Practice in Low Ackworth, about 1.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (2.3 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (2.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF7 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF7 include West Hardwick, Purston Jaglin, High Ackworth, Brackenhill, Ackworth Moor Top, Rhyddings, North Featherstone and Charlestown Estate.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF7 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around West Hardwick, City and Borough of Wakefield, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near WF7?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.