Orthodontic practices near YO31
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of YO31, 17 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham, 0.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork | 0.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1,018 reviews) |
| Andrea Ubhi DentistryYork | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (150 reviews) |
| Hopkins & Poyner Dental PracticeYork | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (150 reviews) |
| OrthokindYork | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (16 reviews) |
| Clifton Dental PracticeYork | 1.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (23 reviews) |
| Blossom Family Dental CareYork | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (575 reviews) |
| Blossom Cosmetic ClinicYork | 1.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (252 reviews) |
| The Mount Dental PracticeYork | 1.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (61 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 YO31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham (5.0 from 1,018 reviews), 0.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire Dental Suite BirminghamYork | 5.0 (1,018 reviews) | 0.5 miles north-west |
| OrthokindYork | 4.9 (16 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Blossom Cosmetic ClinicYork | 4.8 (252 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
| Andrea Ubhi DentistryYork | 4.8 (150 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from YO31
The nearest practice to YO31 is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham, 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 17 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Andrea Ubhi Dentistry (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 8 of the practices around YO31 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 YO31 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Andrea Ubhi Dentistry in York, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 23 miles away.
YO31 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | York |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,775 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 17.7% aged 16 to 24 and 29.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,572 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Huntington School — 1.4 miles Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy — 1.5 miles Vale of York Academy — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 10,615 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 70 schools, 27,370 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham, York — under a mile PortmanDentex York, Nether Poppleton — 2 miles Perfect Smile Clinic, Upper Poppleton — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 32 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | YO10, YO1, YO90, YO32, YO30, YO24, YO23, YO19 |
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 YO31
Patients in the YO31 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for YO31 is Tang Hall.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near YO31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to YO31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to YO31 is Yorkshire Dental Suite Birmingham, about 0.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Andrea Ubhi Dentistry (0.8 miles) and Hopkins & Poyner Dental Practice (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near YO31?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of YO31, 17 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near YO31?
The nearest practice to YO31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Andrea Ubhi Dentistry in York, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Hopkins & Poyner Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Orthokind (0.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the YO31 postcode district?
Places in or next to YO31 include Tang Hall, Foss Islands, Layerthorpe, Archidiocese of York, York, Heslington, New Earswick and Clementhorpe.
How do I find an orthodontist near the YO31 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Tang Hall, City of York, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near YO31?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.