01227 numbers in Canterbury
01227 is the area code for Canterbury. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 424 number ranges starting 01227, allocated to 113 providers. The largest holder is Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, with 7% of them.
Who were 01227 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider190 ranges
- Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited28 ranges
- BT27 ranges
- Sky UK Limited16 ranges
- TalkTalk Communications Limited11 ranges
- Vodafone Ltd (C&W)9 ranges
- Magrathea Telecommunications Limited7 ranges
- Barritel Limited5 ranges
- Virgin Media Limited5 ranges
- Colt Technology Services4 ranges
- GCI Network Solutions Limited4 ranges
- WAVECREST NETWORKS LIMITED3 ranges
+ 102 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 01227.
Allocations by year
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Each block below starts 01227. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 01227 number tells you
What it is
Ordinary landline numbers tied to a place. The area code tells you which dialling area the number was issued for – 0161 is Manchester, 020 is London, 01388 is Bishop Auckland.
What it costs
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Watch out for
A local-looking number feels familiar, which is exactly why scammers spoof them. A local area code is not proof the caller is local.
01227 numbers: common questions
Who owns 01227 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 01227 to Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, BT, Sky UK Limited and others. Numbers can be moved between providers, so this shows who the range was originally given to – not who is using a particular number today.
How do I call a 01227 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01227 becomes +44 1227 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 01227 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 01227 number a scam?
A local-looking number feels familiar, which is exactly why scammers spoof them. A local area code is not proof the caller is local. Check the full number on Who’s Calling to see if it belongs to a verified business and what other people have reported.
Did a 01227 number call you?
Check the full number to see if it belongs to a verified UK business and what other people have reported.
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