Geographic numbers

023923 numbers in Portsmouth

Numbers beginning 023923 are part of the Portsmouth dialling area, whose area code is 023. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 023923, allocated to 3 providers. The largest holder is BT, with 60% of them.

Number type
Geographic numbers
01 / 02
Area
Portsmouth
Area code 023
Ofcom ranges
10
10 allocated
First allocated
1999
3 providers

Who were 023923 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • BT6 ranges
  • Virgin Media Limited3 ranges
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 023923.

Allocated · 10

Allocations by year

19992013

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 023923 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

023923 numbers: common questions

Where is the 023 area code?

023 is the UK dialling code for Portsmouth. Calls from a 023 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 023923 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 023923 to BT, Virgin Media Limited, Vodafone Ltd (C&W). 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 023923 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 023 becomes +44 23 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 023923 number?

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

Is a call from a 023923 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 023923 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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