Orthodontic practices near WF8
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of WF8, 19 practices within 10 and 98 practices within 20. The closest is Pontefract Hospital, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontefract HospitalPontefract | 0.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (201 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (937 reviews) |
| Ropergate Dental Care & Implant StudioPontefract | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (510 reviews) |
| Armstrong and HaireCastleford | 3.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (184 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeLow Ackworth | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (18 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 8.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (357 reviews) |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 8.1 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 WF8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontefract, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Castleford (3.6 miles north-west) and Low Ackworth (3.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract | 4 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Castleford | 1 | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Low Ackworth | 1 | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Wakefield | 2 | 8.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WF8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pontefract Dental Care (5.0 from 937 reviews), 0.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pontefract Dental CarePontefract | 5.0 (937 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Northgate DentalWakefield | 5.0 (185 reviews) | 8.1 miles west |
| Advance Dental CareWakefield | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 8.0 miles west |
| One Smile Dental - PontefractPontefract | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WF8
The nearest practice to WF8 is Pontefract Hospital, 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 19 practices, and within 20 there are 98.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: One Smile Dental - Pontefract (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around WF8 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WF8 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 13 miles away.
WF8 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 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,609 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 31.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,078 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ark Carleton High School — 0.7 miles Ark the King's School — 0.8 miles The Featherstone Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,954 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 | Pontefract Hospital, Pontefract — under a mile Armstrong and Haire, Castleford — 4 miles The Mount Dental Practice, Low Ackworth — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 98 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WF11, WF7, WF10, WF9, LS25, WF6, S72, DN6 |
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 WF8
A typical orthodontic search around WF8 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 WF8 is Chequerfield.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WF8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WF8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WF8 is Pontefract Hospital, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are One Smile Dental - Pontefract (0.6 miles) and Pontefract Dental Care (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WF8?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of WF8, 19 practices within 10 miles and 98 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WF8?
The nearest practice to WF8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is One Smile Dental - Pontefract, about 0.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Pontefract Dental Care (0.6 miles) and Ropergate Dental Care & Implant Studio (0.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WF8 postcode district?
Places in or next to WF8 include Chequerfield, Harewood Park, Pontefract, Willow Park, Lady Balk, Marl Pits, East Hardwick and Darrington.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WF8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Chequerfield, City and Borough of Wakefield, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.