Geographic numbers

016842 numbers in Malvern

Numbers beginning 016842 are part of the Malvern dialling area, whose area code is 01684. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 37 number ranges starting 016842, allocated to 14 providers. The largest holder is GTT-EMEA LTD, with 11% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Malvern
Area code 01684
Ofcom ranges
37
18 allocated
First allocated
1994
14 providers

Who were 016842 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider19 ranges
  • GTT-EMEA LTD4 ranges
  • BT2 ranges
  • Bicom Systems EURL1 range
  • 8x8 Communications UK Limited1 range
  • ICC Networks Ltd1 range
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited1 range
  • Simwood eSMS Limited1 range
  • GCI Network Solutions Limited1 range
  • TTNC Limited1 range
  • Linear Telecoms Limited1 range
  • Minotaur Telecom Limited1 range

+ 3 more

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 016842.

Protected · 19 Allocated · 18

Allocations by year

19942021

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 016842 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

016842 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01684 area code?

01684 is the UK dialling code for Malvern. Calls from a 01684 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 016842 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 016842 to GTT-EMEA LTD, BT, Bicom Systems EURL 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 016842 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01684 becomes +44 1684 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 016842 number?

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

Is a call from a 016842 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 016842 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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