03453 UK-wide numbers
Ofcom’s numbering data lists 100 number ranges starting 03453, allocated to 22 providers. The largest holder is TalkTalk Communications Limited, with 15% 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.
Who were 03453 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider33 ranges
- TalkTalk Communications Limited15 ranges
- Vodafone Ltd (C&W)14 ranges
- Colt Technology Services11 ranges
- Swiftnet Limited3 ranges
- GCI Network Solutions Limited3 ranges
- Barritel Limited3 ranges
- IV Response Limited2 ranges
- Magrathea Telecommunications Limited2 ranges
- DRD Communications Limited1 range
- Windsor Telecom Limited1 range
- Planet Telecom Ltd1 range
+ 11 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 03453.
Allocations by year
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What a 03453 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.
03453 numbers: common questions
Who owns 03453 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 03453 to TalkTalk Communications Limited, Vodafone Ltd (C&W), Colt Technology Services 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 03453 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 03453 becomes +44 3453 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 03453 number?
Never cost more than calling an 01 or 02 number, and count towards inclusive minutes.
Is a call from a 03453 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 03453 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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