Geographic numbers

01806 numbers in Shetland

01806 is the area code for Shetland. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 433 number ranges starting 01806, allocated to 77 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 2% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Shetland
0 area codes
Ofcom ranges
433
88 allocated
First allocated
1994
77 providers

Who were 01806 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider345 ranges
  • BT9 ranges
  • Digital Space Group Limited2 ranges
  • TalkTalk Communications Limited2 ranges
  • Fuse 2 Communications Ltd2 ranges
  • Magrathea Telecommunications Limited1 range
  • Vectone Mobile Limited1 range
  • Barritel Limited1 range
  • Invosys Limited1 range
  • Ziron Limited1 range
  • VOXYONDER NETWORK SERVICES UK LTD1 range
  • CFL Communications Ltd1 range

+ 66 more

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 01806.

Protected · 324 Allocated · 88 Free · 20 Quarantined · 1

Allocations by year

19942024

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 01806. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 01806 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

01806 numbers: common questions

Who owns 01806 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 01806 to BT, Digital Space Group Limited, TalkTalk Communications 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 01806 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01806 becomes +44 1806 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 01806 number?

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

Is a call from a 01806 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 01806 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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