Geographic numbers

013686 numbers in Dunbar

Numbers beginning 013686 are part of the Dunbar dialling area, whose area code is 01368. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 46 number ranges starting 013686, allocated to 6 providers. The largest holder is GCI Network Solutions Limited, with 22% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Dunbar
Area code 01368
Ofcom ranges
46
15 allocated
First allocated
2004
6 providers

Who were 013686 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider31 ranges
  • GCI Network Solutions Limited10 ranges
  • Flextel Limited1 range
  • Linear Telecoms Limited1 range
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited1 range
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range
  • Magrathea Telecommunications Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 013686.

Protected · 31 Allocated · 15

Allocations by year

20042024

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 013686 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

013686 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01368 area code?

01368 is the UK dialling code for Dunbar. Calls from a 01368 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 013686 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 013686 to GCI Network Solutions Limited, Flextel Limited, Linear Telecoms 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 013686 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01368 becomes +44 1368 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 013686 number?

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

Is a call from a 013686 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 013686 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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