012240 numbers in Aberdeen
012240 is the area code for Aberdeen. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 100 number ranges starting 012240, allocated to 25 providers. The largest holder is Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, with 27% of them.
Who were 012240 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited27 ranges
- BT16 ranges
- Colt Technology Services11 ranges
- Not allocated to a provider9 ranges
- Sky UK Limited7 ranges
- Voxbone SA5 ranges
- TalkTalk Communications Limited3 ranges
- Twilio Ireland Limited2 ranges
- Magrathea Telecommunications Limited2 ranges
- Orange Business Holdings UK Limited2 ranges
- Entanet International Ltd1 range
- Belgacom International Carrier Services SA1 range
+ 14 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 012240.
Allocations by year
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Each block below starts 012240. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 012240 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.
012240 numbers: common questions
Who owns 012240 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 012240 to Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, BT, Colt Technology Services 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 012240 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 012240 becomes +44 12240 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 012240 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 012240 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 012240 number call you?
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