UK-wide 03 numbers

033009 UK-wide numbers

Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 033009, allocated to 8 providers. The largest holder is Thumbtel Ltd, with 30% 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 33009…
Drop the 0, add +44
Ofcom ranges
10
10 allocated
First allocated
2007
8 providers

Who were 033009 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Thumbtel Ltd3 ranges
  • Callitech Limited1 range
  • IOVOX Limited1 range
  • Sigma Voice Solutions Ltd1 range
  • Minotaur Telecom Limited1 range
  • Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited1 range
  • Lumen Technologies UK Limited1 range
  • Barritel Limited1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 033009.

Allocated · 10

Allocations by year

20072022

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 033009. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 033009 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

033009 numbers: common questions

Who owns 033009 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 033009 to Thumbtel Ltd, Callitech Limited, IOVOX 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 033009 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 033009 becomes +44 33009 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 033009 number?

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

Is a call from a 033009 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 033009 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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