Geographic numbers

01676 numbers in Meriden

01676 is the area code for Meriden. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 469 number ranges starting 01676, allocated to 86 providers. The largest holder is GCI Network Solutions Limited, with 2% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Meriden
0 area codes
Ofcom ranges
469
117 allocated
First allocated
1994
86 providers

Who were 01676 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider352 ranges
  • GCI Network Solutions Limited11 ranges
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited6 ranges
  • Daisy Communications Ltd5 ranges
  • BT4 ranges
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)4 ranges
  • TalkTalk Communications Limited3 ranges
  • AQL Wholesale Ltd2 ranges
  • Digital Space Group Limited2 ranges
  • Fuse 2 Communications Ltd2 ranges
  • Sky UK Limited2 ranges
  • Atomstream Limited1 range

+ 75 more

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 01676.

Protected · 344 Allocated · 117 Free · 7 Quarantined · 1

Allocations by year

19942026

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 01676. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 01676 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.

The range holder isn’t necessarily the caller. Ofcom gives numbers to providers in blocks, and people and businesses can take their number with them when they switch. To find out who actually called, check the full number.
Questions

01676 numbers: common questions

Who owns 01676 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 01676 to GCI Network Solutions Limited, Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, Daisy Communications Ltd 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 01676 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01676 becomes +44 1676 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 01676 number?

Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.

Is a call from a 01676 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 01676 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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