UK-wide 03 numbers

037053 UK-wide numbers

Ofcom’s numbering data lists 10 number ranges starting 037053, allocated to 1 provider. 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

From abroad

+44 37053…

Drop the 0, add +44

Ofcom ranges

10 allocated

First allocated

2007

1 provider

Who were 037053 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

BT10 ranges

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 037053.

Allocated · 10

What do these statuses mean?

Explore by the next digit

Each block below starts 037053. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 037053 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

037053 numbers: common questions

Who owns 037053 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 037053 to BT. 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 037053 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 037053 becomes +44 37053 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 037053 number?

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

Is a call from a 037053 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 037053 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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