Geographic numbers

017693 numbers in South Molton

Numbers beginning 017693 are part of the South Molton dialling area, whose area code is 01769. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 55 number ranges starting 017693, allocated to 16 providers. The largest holder is TalkTalk Communications Limited, with 4% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
South Molton
Area code 01769
Ofcom ranges
55
17 allocated
First allocated
2007
16 providers

Who were 017693 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Not allocated to a provider38 ranges
  • TalkTalk Communications Limited2 ranges
  • Simwood eSMS Limited1 range
  • VoIP-Un Limited1 range
  • 8x8 Communications UK Limited1 range
  • Spitfire Network Services Limited1 range
  • ICC Networks Ltd1 range
  • AQL Wholesale Ltd1 range
  • Hello Telecom (UK) Limited1 range
  • IOVOX Limited1 range
  • Ziron Limited1 range
  • Invoco Ltd1 range

+ 5 more

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 017693.

Protected · 38 Allocated · 17

Allocations by year

20072012

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 017693 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

017693 numbers: common questions

Where is the 01769 area code?

01769 is the UK dialling code for South Molton. Calls from a 01769 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 017693 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 017693 to TalkTalk Communications Limited, Simwood eSMS Limited, VoIP-Un 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 017693 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01769 becomes +44 1769 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 017693 number?

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

Is a call from a 017693 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 017693 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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