Orthodontic practices near YO51
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of YO51; 8 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 6.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purely DentalKnaresborough | 6.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (133 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental CareHarrogate | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (405 reviews) |
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 8.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (416 reviews) |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 8.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental & Implant ClinicHarrogate | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (30 reviews) |
| Yorkshire OrthodonticsHarrogate | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 8.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (168 reviews) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 9.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to YO51 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Knaresborough, 6.0 miles south-west; the next are Harrogate (7.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Harrogate | 7 | 7.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of YO51
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is MapleLeaf Dental in Harrogate (5.0 from 168 reviews), 8.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| MapleLeaf DentalHarrogate | 5.0 (168 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Clover House Dental Practice LtdHarrogate | 4.9 (416 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-west |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (287 reviews) | 9.0 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 YO51
The nearest practice to YO51 is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 6 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Purely Dental (6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around YO51 list clear aligners, the nearest 6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around YO51 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, 6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 21 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from YO51 to Purely Dental is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 160 to 310 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £140 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
YO51 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,015 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 111 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Boroughbridge High School — 0.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 388 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Purely Dental, Knaresborough — 6 miles Harrogate Dental Care, Harrogate — 8 miles Wetherby Orthodontics, Wetherby — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 37 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | HG5, YO7, LS22, HG1, HG2, HG4, LS23, YO61 |
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 YO51
Most YO51 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 YO51 is Boroughbridge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near YO51
Where is the nearest orthodontist to YO51?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to YO51 is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 6.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Harrogate Dental Care (7.9 miles) and Clover House Dental Practice Ltd (8.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near YO51?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of YO51, 8 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Knaresborough, 6.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near YO51?
The nearest practice to YO51 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Purely Dental in Knaresborough, about 6.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Harrogate Dental Care (7.9 miles) and The Harrogate Clinic (9.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the YO51 postcode district?
Places in or next to YO51 include Boroughbridge, Minskip, Milby, Langthorpe, Aldborough, Roecliffe, Norton-le-Clay and Arkendale.
How do I find an orthodontist near the YO51 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near YO51?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.