Geographic numbers

016748 numbers in Montrose

Numbers beginning 016748 are part of the Montrose dialling area, whose area code is 01674. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 19 number ranges starting 016748, allocated to 4 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 26% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Montrose
Area code 01674
Ofcom ranges
19
8 allocated
First allocated
1994
4 providers

Who were 016748 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider11 ranges
  • BT5 ranges
  • Digitech Solutions Global Limited1 range
  • Localphone Limited1 range
  • TelNG Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 016748.

Protected · 11 Allocated · 8

Allocations by year

19942012

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 016748 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

016748 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01674 area code?

01674 is the UK dialling code for Montrose. Calls from a 01674 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 016748 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 016748 to BT, Digitech Solutions Global Limited, Localphone 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 016748 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01674 becomes +44 1674 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 016748 number?

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

Is a call from a 016748 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 016748 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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