UK-wide 03 numbers

033004 UK-wide numbers

Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 033004, allocated to 5 providers. The largest holder is Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, with 40% 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 33004…
Drop the 0, add +44
Ofcom ranges
10
9 allocated
First allocated
2013
5 providers

Who were 033004 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited4 ranges
  • Barritel Limited2 ranges
  • Vodafone Ltd (C&W)1 range
  • YayYay Limited1 range
  • Not allocated to a provider1 range
  • Six Degrees Technology Group Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 033004.

Allocated · 9 Protected · 1

Allocations by year

20132025

What do these statuses mean?

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What a 033004 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

033004 numbers: common questions

Who owns 033004 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 033004 to Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited, Barritel Limited, Vodafone Ltd (C&W) 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 033004 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 033004 becomes +44 33004 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 033004 number?

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

Is a call from a 033004 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 033004 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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