012996 numbers in Bewdley
Numbers beginning 012996 are part of the Bewdley dialling area, whose area code is 01299. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 46 number ranges starting 012996, allocated to 6 providers. The largest holder is Linear Telecoms Limited, with 2% of them.
Who were 012996 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider40 ranges
- Linear Telecoms Limited1 range
- Six Degrees Technology Group Limited1 range
- Flextel Limited1 range
- Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited1 range
- TTNC Limited1 range
- Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 012996.
Allocations by year
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What a 012996 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.
012996 numbers: common questions
Where is the 01299 area code?
01299 is the UK dialling code for Bewdley. Calls from a 01299 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 012996 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 012996 to Linear Telecoms Limited, Six Degrees Technology Group Limited, Flextel 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 012996 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01299 becomes +44 1299 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 012996 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 012996 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 012996 number call you?
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