Area codes starting 0284
Ofcom’s numbering data lists 2,053 number ranges starting 0284, allocated to 83 providers. The largest holder is GCI Network Solutions Limited, with 2% of them.
Who were 0284 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider1,619 ranges
- GCI Network Solutions Limited44 ranges
- BT28 ranges
- Digital Space Group Limited10 ranges
- TalkTalk Communications Limited10 ranges
- Fuse 2 Communications Ltd10 ranges
- Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited7 ranges
- Telecoms World Limited5 ranges
- Hello Telecom (UK) Limited5 ranges
- Zapappi Ltd5 ranges
- Mars Communications Limited5 ranges
- Net-Work Internet Ltd5 ranges
+ 72 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 0284.
Allocations by year
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Area codes starting 0284
What a 0284 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.
0284 numbers: common questions
Who owns 0284 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 0284 to GCI Network Solutions Limited, BT, Digital Space Group 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 0284 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 0284 number?
Charged as a normal UK call and usually included in landline and mobile allowances.
Is a call from a 0284 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 0284 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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