Geographic numbers

012097 numbers in Redruth

Numbers beginning 012097 are part of the Redruth dialling area, whose area code is 01209. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 37 number ranges starting 012097, allocated to 6 providers. The largest holder is Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, with 24% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Redruth
Area code 01209
Ofcom ranges
37
15 allocated
First allocated
1994
6 providers

Who were 012097 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider22 ranges
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited9 ranges
  • BT2 ranges
  • TGL Services (UK) Ltd1 range
  • Six Degrees Technology Group Limited1 range
  • TTNC Limited1 range
  • Syntec Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 012097.

Protected · 22 Allocated · 15

Allocations by year

19942020

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 012097 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

012097 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01209 area code?

01209 is the UK dialling code for Redruth. Calls from a 01209 number were made from a phone line issued for that area – although caller ID can be faked, so a local code is not proof the caller is local.

Who owns 012097 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 012097 to Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, BT, TGL Services (UK) 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 012097 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01209 becomes +44 1209 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 012097 number?

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

Is a call from a 012097 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 012097 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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