Geographic numbers

019138 numbers in Durham

Numbers beginning 019138 are part of the Durham dialling area, whose area code is 0191. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 019138, allocated to 2 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 90% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Durham
Area code 0191
Ofcom ranges
10
10 allocated
First allocated
1994
2 providers

Who were 019138 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • BT9 ranges
  • GCI Network Solutions Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 019138.

Allocated · 10

Allocations by year

19942017

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 019138. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 019138 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.
TV and radio numbers. Ofcom reserves 0191 498 0000 – 0999 for use in TV and radio drama, so the numbers you hear on screen don’t belong to real people.
Questions

019138 numbers: common questions

Where is the 0191 area code?

0191 is the UK dialling code for Durham. Calls from a 0191 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 019138 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 019138 to BT, GCI Network Solutions Limited. 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 019138 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 0191 becomes +44 191 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 019138 number?

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

Is a call from a 019138 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 019138 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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