017997 numbers in Saffron Walden
Numbers beginning 017997 are part of the Saffron Walden dialling area, whose area code is 01799. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 37 number ranges starting 017997, allocated to 29 providers. The largest holder is Nexbridge Communications Limited, with 3% of them.
Who were 017997 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider8 ranges
- Nexbridge Communications Limited1 range
- Telappliant Limited1 range
- Content Guru Limited1 range
- Orbtalk Limited1 range
- Suretec Systems Ltd1 range
- TalkTalk Communications Limited1 range
- Atomstream Limited1 range
- Windsor Telecom Limited1 range
- Invade International Ltd1 range
- Inet Telecoms Ltd (Voipfone)1 range
- Nuso Cloud UK Limited1 range
+ 18 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 017997.
Allocations by year
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Each block below starts 017997. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 017997 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.
017997 numbers: common questions
Where is the 01799 area code?
01799 is the UK dialling code for Saffron Walden. Calls from a 01799 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 017997 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 017997 to Nexbridge Communications Limited, Telappliant Limited, Content Guru 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 017997 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 01799 becomes +44 1799 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 017997 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 017997 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 017997 number call you?
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