074 mobile numbers
Ofcom’s numbering data lists 1,000 number ranges starting 074, allocated to 39 providers. The largest holder is Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, with 40% of them. Numbers issued to mobile networks in blocks. The first few digits show which network the block was originally allocated to – but people can keep their number when they switch network.
Who were 074 ranges given to?
Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.
- Hutchison 3G UK Ltd396 ranges
- Vodafone Limited161 ranges
- EE Limited ( TM)140 ranges
- Lycamobile (UK) Limited81 ranges
- EE Limited (Orange)70 ranges
- Telefonica UK Limited50 ranges
- Not allocated to a provider33 ranges
- Vectone Mobile Limited12 ranges
- MANX TELECOM TRADING LIMITED8 ranges
- TP GLOBAL OPERATIONS LIMITED7 ranges
- Core Telecom Limited3 ranges
- Tismi BV3 ranges
+ 28 more
Range status
How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 074.
Allocations by year
Explore by the next digit
Each block below starts 074. Pick one to narrow it down.
What a 074 number tells you
What it is
Numbers issued to mobile networks in blocks. The first few digits show which network the block was originally allocated to – but people can keep their number when they switch network.
What it costs
Charged as a mobile call; usually included in allowances.
Watch out for
The original network tells you nothing about who owns a particular mobile today.
074 numbers: common questions
Who owns 074 numbers?
Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 074 to Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, Vodafone Limited, EE Limited ( TM) 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 074 number from abroad?
Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 074 becomes +44 74 followed by the rest of the number.
How much does it cost to call a 074 number?
Charged as a mobile call; usually included in allowances.
Is a call from a 074 number a scam?
The original network tells you nothing about who owns a particular mobile today. 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 074 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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