Geographic numbers

012418 numbers in Arbroath

Numbers beginning 012418 are part of the Arbroath dialling area, whose area code is 01241. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 012418, allocated to 3 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 70% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Arbroath
Area code 01241
Ofcom ranges
10
9 allocated
First allocated
1994
3 providers

Who were 012418 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • BT7 ranges
  • Magrathea Telecommunications Limited1 range
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range
  • Not allocated to a provider1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 012418.

Allocated · 9 Protected · 1

Allocations by year

19942013

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 012418 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

012418 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01241 area code?

01241 is the UK dialling code for Arbroath. Calls from a 01241 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 012418 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 012418 to BT, Magrathea Telecommunications Limited, Vodafone Ltd (C&W). 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 012418 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01241 becomes +44 1241 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 012418 number?

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

Is a call from a 012418 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 012418 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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