Geographic numbers

012527 numbers in Aldershot

Numbers beginning 012527 are part of the Aldershot dialling area, whose area code is 01252. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 46 number ranges starting 012527, allocated to 3 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 65% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Aldershot
Area code 01252
Ofcom ranges
46
38 allocated
First allocated
1994
3 providers

Who were 012527 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • BT30 ranges
  • Not allocated to a provider8 ranges
  • Magrathea Telecommunications Limited7 ranges
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 012527.

Allocated · 38 Protected · 8

Allocations by year

19942013

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 012527. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 012527 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

012527 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01252 area code?

01252 is the UK dialling code for Aldershot. Calls from a 01252 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 012527 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 012527 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 012527 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01252 becomes +44 1252 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 012527 number?

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

Is a call from a 012527 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 012527 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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