UK-wide 03 numbers

030042 UK-wide numbers

Ofcom’s numbering data lists 19 number ranges starting 030042, allocated to 4 providers. The largest holder is Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, with 53% of them. Non-geographic numbers used by public bodies, charities and businesses that want one number for the whole country. 030 is used by public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

Number type
UK-wide 03 numbers
03
From abroad
+44 30042…
Drop the 0, add +44
Ofcom ranges
19
18 allocated
First allocated
2016
4 providers

Who were 030042 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited10 ranges
  • CINOS LIMITED3 ranges
  • Lumen Technologies UK Limited3 ranges
  • Virgin Media Limited2 ranges
  • Not allocated to a provider1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 030042.

Allocated · 18 Free · 1

Allocations by year

20162022

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 030042 number tells you

What it is

Non-geographic numbers used by public bodies, charities and businesses that want one number for the whole country. 030 is used by public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

What it costs

Never cost more than calling an 01 or 02 number, and count towards inclusive minutes.

Watch out for

Banks and government departments often use 03 numbers, so scammers spoof them. If a caller asks for security details, hang up and call the number on your card or statement.

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

030042 numbers: common questions

Who owns 030042 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 030042 to Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, CINOS LIMITED, Lumen Technologies UK 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 030042 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 030042 becomes +44 30042 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 030042 number?

Never cost more than calling an 01 or 02 number, and count towards inclusive minutes.

Is a call from a 030042 number a scam?

Banks and government departments often use 03 numbers, so scammers spoof them. If a caller asks for security details, hang up and call the number on your card or statement. 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 030042 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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