Geographic numbers

017489 numbers in Richmond

Numbers beginning 017489 are part of the Richmond dialling area, whose area code is 01748. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 37 number ranges starting 017489, allocated to 7 providers. The largest holder is Digital Space Group Limited, with 5% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Richmond
Area code 01748
Ofcom ranges
37
9 allocated
First allocated
2005
7 providers

Who were 017489 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider28 ranges
  • Digital Space Group Limited2 ranges
  • Six Degrees Technology Group Limited2 ranges
  • Nationwide Telephone Assistance Ltd1 range
  • Flextel Limited1 range
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited1 range
  • Linear Telecoms Limited1 range
  • Telecom2 Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 017489.

Protected · 28 Allocated · 9

Allocations by year

20052020

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 017489 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

017489 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01748 area code?

01748 is the UK dialling code for Richmond. Calls from a 01748 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 017489 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 017489 to Digital Space Group Limited, Six Degrees Technology Group Limited, Nationwide Telephone Assistance Ltd 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 017489 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01748 becomes +44 1748 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 017489 number?

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

Is a call from a 017489 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 017489 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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