028251 numbers in Ballymena
Numbers beginning 028251 are part of the Ballymena dialling area, whose area code is 028. Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 028251, allocated to 8 providers. The largest holder is Orbtalk Limited, with 10% of them.
Who were 028251 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider2 ranges
- Orbtalk Limited1 range
- Solutios Limited1 range
- Fuse 2 Communications Ltd1 range
- TalkTalk Communications Limited1 range
- 8x8 Communications CX Solutions LIMITED1 range
- Internexus Networks Limited1 range
- Inet Telecoms Ltd (Voipfone)1 range
- Digital Space Group Limited1 range
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 028251.
Allocations by year
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Each block below starts 028251. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 028251 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.
028251 numbers: common questions
Where is the 028 area code?
028 is the UK dialling code for Ballymena. Calls from a 028 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 028251 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 028251 to Orbtalk Limited, Solutios Limited, Fuse 2 Communications 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 028251 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 028 becomes +44 28 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 028251 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 028251 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 028251 number call you?
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