Geographic numbers

015025 numbers in Lowestoft

Numbers beginning 015025 are part of the Lowestoft dialling area, whose area code is 01502. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 19 number ranges starting 015025, allocated to 4 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 37% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Lowestoft
Area code 01502
Ofcom ranges
19
12 allocated
First allocated
1994
4 providers

Who were 015025 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • BT7 ranges
  • Not allocated to a provider7 ranges
  • Resilient Limited3 ranges
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range
  • Magrathea Telecommunications Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 015025.

Allocated · 12 Protected · 7

Allocations by year

19942013

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 015025. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 015025 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

015025 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01502 area code?

01502 is the UK dialling code for Lowestoft. Calls from a 01502 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 015025 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 015025 to BT, Resilient Limited, Vodafone Ltd (C&W) 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 015025 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01502 becomes +44 1502 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 015025 number?

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

Is a call from a 015025 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 015025 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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