Mobile numbers

0744 mobile numbers

Ofcom’s numbering data lists 100 number ranges starting 0744, allocated to 11 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.

Number type
Mobile numbers
071–075, 077–079
From abroad
+44 744…
Drop the 0, add +44
Ofcom ranges
100
98 allocated
First allocated
2010
11 providers

Who were 0744 ranges given to?

Providers Ofcom allocated these number ranges to.

  • Hutchison 3G UK Ltd40 ranges
  • Vodafone Limited31 ranges
  • Lycamobile (UK) Limited18 ranges
  • Synectiv Ltd2 ranges
  • Not allocated to a provider2 ranges
  • Andrews & Arnold Ltd1 range
  • Stour Marine Limited1 range
  • Tismi BV1 range
  • Core Telecom Limited1 range
  • Voxbone SA1 range
  • WIRELESS LOGIC LIMITED1 range
  • Sound Advertising Ltd1 range

Range status

How Ofcom lists the ranges starting 0744.

Allocated · 98 Protected · 2

Allocations by year

20102022

What do these statuses mean?

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Each block below starts 0744. Pick one to narrow it down.

What a 0744 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.

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

0744 numbers: common questions

Who owns 0744 numbers?

Ofcom allocated the ranges starting 0744 to Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, Vodafone Limited, Lycamobile (UK) 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 0744 number from abroad?

Replace the leading 0 with +44. For example, a number starting 0744 becomes +44 744 followed by the rest of the number.

How much does it cost to call a 0744 number?

Charged as a mobile call; usually included in allowances.

Is a call from a 0744 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 0744 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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