03712 UK-wide numbers
Ofcom’s numbering data lists 100 number ranges starting 03712, allocated to 19 providers. The largest holder is Vodafone Ltd (C&W), with 20% 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 03712 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Not allocated to a provider45 ranges
- Vodafone Ltd (C&W)20 ranges
- TalkTalk Communications Limited8 ranges
- GCI Network Solutions Limited5 ranges
- Flextel Limited3 ranges
- Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited2 ranges
- Virgin Media Limited2 ranges
- Daisy Communications Ltd2 ranges
- Dynamic Mobile Billing Limited2 ranges
- BT1 range
- Verizon UK Limited1 range
- Citrus Telecommunications Ltd1 range
+ 8 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 03712.
Allocations by year
Explore by the next digit
Each block below starts 03712. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 03712 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.
03712 numbers: common questions
Who owns 03712 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 03712 to Vodafone Ltd (C&W), TalkTalk Communications Limited, GCI Network Solutions 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 03712 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 03712 becomes +44 3712 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 03712 number?
Never cost more than calling an 01 or 02 number, and count towards inclusive minutes.
Is a call from a 03712 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 03712 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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