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Looking to buy an 01 number for your business? We have a wide range to choose from all categorised by their geographic area code. Buying an 01 number allows you to focus your marketing, and to connect with your local customers.

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Choosing your 01 number

Looking to buy an 01 number for your business? We have a wide range of local telephone numbers for you to choose, all categorised by their particular area code. Buying 01 numbers allows companies to focus their marketing, and to connect with their local communities/customers. Remember, your new 01 telephone number has the potential to provide so much more than a mere point of contact. With a carefully selected 01 number and some clever marketing, you can ensure it does stand out from the crowd – for all the right reasons.

All 01 numbers are regulated by Ofcom, which means both you and your customers can have peace of mind. Pick your number today.

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When you buy an 01 number from Number Supermarket, your service can be up an operational in a matter of minutes. Our telephone numbers are cloud based, and simply sit on top of your existing infrastructure – making buying 01 numbers simple, straightforward, and fuss-free. Choose your number range below to take the first step towards your new geographic telephone number.

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Leeds 0113

As you are probably already aware, the prefix 0113 is firmly associated with the area of Leeds in Yorkshire.  However, did you know that 0113 also accommodates a handful of neighbouring locations such as Armley, Garforth, Pudsey and Rothwell? 0113s are operational in numerous destinations throughout West Yorkshire. If you are unsure whether 0113 is the correct prefix for your region please ask for details – we’re a friendly bunch here at Number Supermarket and are always happy to help. Buy your 0113 number now.

Choose your 0113 number

0113 prefixed numbers get categorised as normal landline numbers and, therefore, get charged at standard rate. That means your customers can contact you safe in the knowledge that they know exactly how much their call is likely to cost.

What’s more, calling your new 0113 from abroad is almost a simple as it is at home. All that’s needed is to lose the 0 and add 44 – therefore the international version is +44 113 xxx xxxx.

Remember, it is important to present your new 0113 telephone number by using the correct format, for instance, 0113 xxx xxxx.  Displaying your new 0113 telephone number in the right format is vital to its memorability factor. Callers will find it easier to remember that way, they will discover dialling is simpler too.

Why buy an 0113 number?

As with all numbers beginning with the prefix 01, the area code 0113 is what is known as a ‘Geographic Number’. This means that if you receive a call from a number that starts 0113, you can usually be fairly certain of the area from which the call is being made – in this case, Leeds.

Although the 0113 area number will usually be listed as being from Leeds, you should also bear in mind that calls may also be placed from towns and villages within the Leeds area, which includes:

  • Crossgates
  • Drighlington
  • Morley
  • Pudsey
  • Arthington
  • Barwick-in-Elmet
  • Chapeltown
  • Adel
  • Rothwell

This list is not exhaustive, and you might find that other towns and villages surrounding or within the Leeds area also share this number.

It is also important to bear in mind that although an area code is usually a fairly reliable indicator of the area in which a call is being made from, there are exceptions to this rule. The person (or more likely, business) might be calling from what is known as a ‘Virtual Business Number’ – this means that the company have purchased a number to give the appearance of being based in a local area, but in actual fact might not even be based in the UK.

Some mobile phones providers also offer their customers the ability to tie their mobile phone number to a tradition geographic number, which means that if you receive a call from them it will appear to be from a land line.

Choosing your 0113 number

There have been some examples of people receiving calls from a number which simply consists of the numbers “0113” in its entirety. Although it is not immediately clear from where these calls are originating (and they may be completely genuine) if you are unable to verify the caller’s identity, it is fine not to answer. Any legitimate company or caller will be able to contact you through other methods such as post, email or text message.

The cost of calling an 0113 number is usually up to 13p a minute if you are calling from a landline, but can be up to 55p should you place the call from a mobile phone. There also might be what is known as a ‘Call Set Up Fee’, which usually rangesfrom between 15p – 20p. If you are unsure, contact your landline or mobile provider for further information on call costs.

Birmingham 0121

Before selecting your new 0121 telephone number let us explain a little more about what this Birmingham-based geographic number can do for your business. Firstly, making the decision to utilise a 0121 contact number is an instant way to inform your callers that you are a local company and that you are situated nearby in a familiar location.

In addition, as a regular landline telephone number 0121 gets typically charged at standard rate – that means callers are also familiar with associated call fees when contacting you.

Phoning your business from abroad via a 0121 is pretty straightforward. All callers will need to do is to add +44 to the number and lose the 0. That makes your 0121 number look like this, +44 121 xxx xxxx.

Originally listed as the area code 021, since April 16th, 1995 saw the emergence of the 0121 we are all so familiar with today. As you know, telephone numbers with the prefix 0121 are associated with Birmingham. But were you aware that 0121s also cover many of Birmingham’s adjoining areas, or instance, Ashfield, Bearwood, Edgbaston and Sutton Coldfield amongst others? If you are still unsure whether your business is covered by the 0121 prefix or it is an alternative geographic option you need, please call our team on freephone 0330 332 0400. Our lines are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week.

What do I need to know before I buy an 0121 number?

UK telephone numbers beginning with 01 or 02 relate to particular areas of the country.

The short answer to where numbers that start with 0121 relate is Birmingham in the West Midlands.

However Birmingham is a big city, the country’s second largest in fact, so the 0121 prefix code also covers many of Birmingham’s districts, suburbs and satellite towns, such as West Bromwich, Edgbaston, Halesowen and Sutton Coldfield.

During a comprehensive overhaul of the UK telephone network by The Post Office in the 1960s, Birmingham was allocated the area code 021 in recognition of its status as the country’s second largest city. This code preceded a further seven digits to make up telephone numbers in the area.

This group of seven numbers began with a 2 or 6 for telephones in Central Birmingham while numbers to the city’s North side were 021 3XX XXX, East started with a 7, West with 5, while South was 4.

Choosing your 0121 number

Within these larger zones, districts initially had their own codes, such as 021 472 XXXX for Selly Oak.

This meant that people were able to find a clear indication where around the West Midland area a home or business would be located just by looking at its telephone number. Other areas which had different area codes included Acocks Gree, Ashfield, Aston Cross, Beacon, Bearwood, Birchfield, Blackheath, Calthorpe, Castle Bromwich, Druids Heath, Edgbaston, Elmdon, Erdington, Fordbridge, Four Oaks, Great Barr, Halesowen, Harborne, Highbury, Hillside, Kings Norton, Oldbury, Rectory, Rowley Regis, Rubery, Sheldon, Shirley, Smallbrook, Smethwick, Solihull, Springfield, Stechford, Stone Cross, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield, Tipton, Wednesbury, West Bromwich and Woodgate.

In more recent times, however, the explosion in the number of telephones, faxes, modems, and other internet and communications technology equipment blurred the strict geographical demarcation of the original numbering system.

Why buy an 0121 number?

This dramatic increase in the demand for numbers led in 1995 to all 021 numbers being modified with the addition of an extra digit to signify these related to a geographical area. This meant that every 021 number became 0121 overnight, forcing businesses and public agencies to change their signage and letterheads and also for IT equipment to be reprogrammed to take account of the new format.

Further blurring of the locality information contained in telephone numbers followed the deregulation of the telephone market when British Telecom was removed from state ownership and sold off to the private sector. This opened the market to competition so today multiple companies are able to offer landline numbers in an area where once British Telecom or the Post Office was the only provider. For example, in recent years Virgin Media has offered numbers starting 0121 250 xxxx to customers throughout Birmingham and that part of the West Midlands.

Manchester 0161

0161 is a designated prefix attached to telephone numbers covering the City of Manchester, Greater Manchester, parts of Cheshire and many of its surrounding areas, for instance, Altrincham, Oldham, Stockport and Trafford. Previously written as 061, this prefix then developed into 0161 in April 1995 – a telephone number that is now firmly associated with its north-western roots. Classed as a geographic number – due to the fact that 0161 numbers are allocated based on their geographic location – they are widely recognised and understood by the British public.

The 0161 area code gets typically charged at standard rate and gets categorised as an ordinary landline number. If you or your business is looking to get a foothold in the north-west market, buying an 0161 number is the perfect start. Choose your 0161 number from below, and we can have your new system set up within minutes.

Here at Number Supermarket we know that selecting the right local 0161 number that looks and sounds the way you want it to is of paramount importance. That’s why we meticulously grade each and every single one, paying particular attention to their memorability factor. After all, telephone numbers are a critical marketing tool and an influential reflection of your brand. In addition, if you are to purchase a memorable 0161 number for marketing purposes, this could be an enormous advantage for you or your company. All of our 0161 numbers come with features including call routing, pre-connection greetings and more – although we can tailor our packages to make sure you’re getting the most out of your number, regardless of your needs.

Using your 0161 number – the Greater Manchester area code

Formatting your new 0161 contact number is simple but nevertheless, crucially important – the initial 0161 prefix should be followed by a set of three and four digits, for example, 0161 xxx xxxx. Your new 0161 number will be more memorable and easier for callers to dial. Don’t forget you can boost their memorability even further by choosing wisely from our wide selection of graded telephone numbers.

Calling an 0161 number from abroad is straightforward, all callers will need to do is to drop the first 0 and add +44, therefore dialling +44 161 xxx xxxx.

Choosing your 0161 number

You might have come across a phone number with the code 0161 then wondered which region uses this type of number in the UK. This is a geographic number and unless you know to which region it points, it might become challenging to find out where the person calling you is located. In some cases, you will receive calls from abusive individuals or people who threaten you in some way and you are not able to know who they are or what their mission would be. Having the right information about a geographic number like 0161 could help you track the location of the individual.

As mentioned on the official Areas Code website of the UK government, 0161 is a geographic number for Manchester. It’s fairly easy to know the geographic region of a number by simply searching through the official website of the government that documents all geographic numbers. Some of the cases where people have had to search for these numbers include where one is confronted with an emergency and they have to direct officials to the right spot to respond to the emergency. You need to give accurate geographic information to make the process of resolving your problem easier, so understanding which numbers represent which geographical regions is vital.

If you require further information regarding 0161 telephone numbers (or indeed any other geographic or non-geographic contact numbers), our dedicated team is always available via freephone on 0330 332 0400. Our lines are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week – after all business never stops, and we don’t either. If you would prefer to email please send any enquiries to support@numbersupermarket.co.uk

Sheffield 0114

Whether your base is in the actual City of Sheffield or slightly further afield, a 0114 telephone number should be the one for you. Despite the prefix 0114 being directly linked with Sheffield itself, there is a host of nearby areas also under the umbrella of 0114. These include Aston Common, Ecclesfield, Meadowhall and Woodhouse – to name but a few. If you would like to speak to a member of our team before you buy your 0114 number, we are always available to offer support. Once you purchase your 0114 number, the service can be set up in a matter of minutes – choose yours below.

Perhaps the fact that the 0114 telephone number prefix has been operation since April 1995 is the reason many callers are so accustomed to it, instantly associating 0114 with the Sheffield region. With such strong connotations already in place, it is safe to say that a 0114 will place your business on the local map, immediately telling callers that your base is in a familiar location.

What other information do I need to know about 0115 numbers before I buy?

0114 is the dialling code for Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and some of the surrounding area. It includes all parts of the City of Sheffield except for the Midhopestones and Fox House areas. In addition it covers Killamarsh in Derbyshire and Aston, Ulley and Aughton in Rotherham. The 0114 code is always followed by a seven digit local number. Callers dialling from within the Sheffield dialling code area may omit the 0114 and dial only the local number.

The 0114 code was introduced in 1995 on PhONEday, when most UK numbers changed from 0xxx to 01xxx. Sheffield’s code was changed from 0742 to 0114, instead of 01742, and the local part of the number gained a preceding 2. For example the old number 0742 333333 became the new number 0114 2333333. The new numbering system increased the amount of available numbers from around half a million to almost eight million. Prior to the change, Sheffield was in danger of running out of available numbers.

Historically, the first digit of the local number denoted the exchange. This means that for an older number the second digit, after the 2, now represents the exchange it was connected to. It may be possible to guess which area of the city the number is situated in using this information, but this is not guaranteed. The exchanges were designated as follows:-

  • 2xxxxx numbers – City Centre
  • 3xxxxx numbers – Hillsborough
  • 4xxxxx numbers – Brightside/Attercliffe
  • 5xxxxx numbers – Heeley/Abbeydale
  • 6xxxxx numbers – Broomhill/Crookes

The new seven digit numbering system prefixed all these local numbers with a 2, and numbers created after the change also began with 2. The 2xxxxxx range of seven digit numbers has now been exhausted, and new numbers begin with 3 (introduced in 2004) or 4 (introduced in 2010). Numbers beginning with 5 or 6 are not yet in use but are available to be used in the future. At present, old numbers beginning with 2 are not being recycled when they are taken out of service.

Find out more about 0114 numbers

0114 numbers are classed as geographic numbers, and calls to them typically cost up to 13 pence per minute from a UK landline. From a mobile, the cost can range between 3 – 55 pence per minute. Calls to 0114 and other geographic numbers will generally be included in the free minutes allowance of mobile phone contracts, and in any deal that gives free calls to landlines. 0114 numbers are normally found in the Sheffield area, but like all UK area codes they may be used by services with no physical link to the area.

What’s more, as 0114 is regular landline number charged at standard rate, your callers will also be familiar with how much their call is likely to cost – an element many customers find understandably reassuring.

Once you have selected your new 0114 telephone number, it is essential to present it properly, using the format 0114 xxx xxxx. This prefix is a simple yet incredibly effective way to optimise the way callers remember and dial your number. Increasing its memorability influence can be further achieved by selecting your new number according to our pre-graded system, starting at Bronze and spanning right up to Platinum. Let’s face it, your telephone number is an extension of your branding, so why not ensure customers remember it for all the right reasons?

Glasgow 0141

Perhaps the fact that the 0114 telephone number prefix has been operation since April 1995 is the reason many callers are so accustomed to it, instantly associating 0114 with the Sheffield region. With such strong connotations already in place, it is safe to say that a 0114 will place your business on the local map, immediately telling callers that your base is in a familiar location.

What other information do I need to know about 0115 numbers before I buy?

0114 is the dialling code for Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and some of the surrounding area. It includes all parts of the City of Sheffield except for the Midhopestones and Fox House areas. In addition it covers Killamarsh in Derbyshire and Aston, Ulley and Aughton in Rotherham. The 0114 code is always followed by a seven digit local number. Callers dialling from within the Sheffield dialling code area may omit the 0114 and dial only the local number.

The 0114 code was introduced in 1995 on PhONEday, when most UK numbers changed from 0xxx to 01xxx. Sheffield’s code was changed from 0742 to 0114, instead of 01742, and the local part of the number gained a preceding 2. For example the old number 0742 333333 became the new number 0114 2333333. The new numbering system increased the amount of available numbers from around half a million to almost eight million. Prior to the change, Sheffield was in danger of running out of available numbers.

Historically, the first digit of the local number denoted the exchange. This means that for an older number the second digit, after the 2, now represents the exchange it was connected to. It may be possible to guess which area of the city the number is situated in using this information, but this is not guaranteed. The exchanges were designated as follows:-

  • 2xxxxx numbers – City Centre
  • 3xxxxx numbers – Hillsborough
  • 4xxxxx numbers – Brightside/Attercliffe
  • 5xxxxx numbers – Heeley/Abbeydale
  • 6xxxxx numbers – Broomhill/Crookes

The new seven digit numbering system prefixed all these local numbers with a 2, and numbers created after the change also began with 2. The 2xxxxxx range of seven digit numbers has now been exhausted, and new numbers begin with 3 (introduced in 2004) or 4 (introduced in 2010). Numbers beginning with 5 or 6 are not yet in use but are available to be used in the future. At present, old numbers beginning with 2 are not being recycled when they are taken out of service.

Find out more about 0114 numbers

0114 numbers are classed as geographic numbers, and calls to them typically cost up to 13 pence per minute from a UK landline. From a mobile, the cost can range between 3 – 55 pence per minute. Calls to 0114 and other geographic numbers will generally be included in the free minutes allowance of mobile phone contracts, and in any deal that gives free calls to landlines. 0114 numbers are normally found in the Sheffield area, but like all UK area codes they may be used by services with no physical link to the area.

What’s more, as 0114 is regular landline number charged at standard rate, your callers will also be familiar with how much their call is likely to cost – an element many customers find understandably reassuring.

Once you have selected your new 0114 telephone number, it is essential to present it properly, using the format 0114 xxx xxxx. This prefix is a simple yet incredibly effective way to optimise the way callers remember and dial your number. Increasing its memorability influence can be further achieved by selecting your new number according to our pre-graded system, starting at Bronze and spanning right up to Platinum. Let’s face it, your telephone number is an extension of your branding, so why not ensure customers remember it for all the right reasons?

Customers calling from overseas will also get reassured when they find all that needs to be done is to add 44 and lose the 0, dialling +44 141 xxx xxxx instead.

Purchasing your new 0141 telephone number couldn’t be simpler – taking you through the process without any fuss.

Remember, once you have your new 0141 telephone number established it is paramount that you display it in the correct format, which appears as follows:

0141 xxx xxxx

Why choose an 0141 number?

A number which has the digits 0141 in front of it indicates that it a Glasgow number, but it may also be a Paisley or Renfrew number. This does mean it straddles county lines; Glasgow being a city in Lanarkshire and the other two are towns in Renfrewshire, despite both being on the outskirts of Glasgow. Renfrew was the historic capital of the county of Renfrewshire but that has now changed.

As with all numbers specific to a geographic region of the UK these numbers cost up to 13p per minute on a landline and from 3p to 55p per minute on a mobile, but please note that the price on a mobile is approximate, so check with your mobile provider to make sure of the current rate.

If you are calling an 0141 from a payphone or from abroad it is likely to be more expensive. If you ring from abroad you should the number +44, which is the code for the UK, and not use the first 0 or leading zero.

What are the benefits to me of buying an 0141 number?

Local numbers such as 0141 are preferable to 071 and 070 numbers, as well as business rate numbers (0843 etc.) which have an additional access charge. That said, many local Glasgow businesses may chose to have a freephone number instead to help their customers, that is 0800 or 0808, or even prefer to use a mobile.

Note that only non-geographic numbers can contain additional access charges or service charges so you can be confident that the charges above are with no additional charges, which is always reassuring to know. Note that as most people know the rate of local calls the prices are rarely stated when you phone businesses with these lines, nor do they have to according to the rules of Ofcom.

Please note that numbers for mobile phones which started 01410 and 01411 have now changed (they were never linked to Glasgow). They are now 07710 and 07711. Numbers for Glasgow and the surrounding district still do not start with an 0 or a 1 after the 0141, using other numbers.

The Glasgow area code – more about 0141 numbers

If you have a complaint over being wrongly billed it is best to contact your phone provider, whether you have a landline or mobile line. You may wish to tell Ofcom of your problem, though they are unable to deal with individual complaints it may help them to know.

Despite sounding like a minor technicality, the correct arrangement of digits effects how your callers remember and dial your number. You can boost the memorability factor of your new 0141 telephone number further by choosing wisely from our pre-graded portfolio.

Of course, you may still have questions before establishing your 0141 prefixed number, such as which features would suit your bespoke business needs or what the differences between geographic and non-geographic actually are.

Swansea 01792

Whether your business base is Swansea itself or one of its bordering areas such as Gower, Llangennith or Ravenhill, rest assured that a 01792 prefix is firmly recognised right throughout the region. From Morriston to Mumbles, a 01792 gives your business an undeniable local presence – a fact many of your customers will find understandably reassuring.

Of course, another aspect your callers will appreciate is that, as a normal landline number, 01792 prefixes are charged at standard rate – ensuring customers know how much their call is likely to cost.

It’s not only local calls that are made easy with a 01792, but also calling this prefix from abroad only requires callers to add 44 and drop the first 0.

While discussing the arrangement of digits, it is imperative to present your new 01792 telephone number in the appropriate fashion, for example, 01972 xxx xxxx. Appearing to be a small issue, it nevertheless has a huge impact on the way that callers remember and dial your contact number. There are additional methods to boost the perception and use of your new number such as selecting carefully from our range of pre-graded telephone numbers.

Why buy an 01792 number? What do I need to know?

Here at Number Supermarket we give you the option to choose from our memorable selection of numbers. Remember, your telephone number is an extension of your company’s branding – almost like a reinforcement of your corporate signature. Therefore, it isn’t merely a point of contact; it’s a valuable marketing tool too.

What is an 01792 number and where is it from? 01792 is the designated UK landline area code for Swansea, used primarily by homes and businesses. If you see or are called by an 01792 phone number, the call will be from a person or business located in Swansea or it’s surrounding areas. Similarly, if you would like to call a person / business within Swansea or it’s surrounding areas, 01792 should be used prior to dialling their six digit phone number if you are not based in the same locality. The exact locations which use 01792 are:

  • Bishopston
  • Clydach
  • Gorseinon
  • Gower
  • Gowerton
  • Llangennith
  • Loughor
  • Mayals
  • Morriston
  • Mumbles
  • Penclawdd
  • Pontardawe
  • Pontarddulais
  • Ravenhill
  • Sketty
  • Skewen
  • Swansea

Calls to 01792 numbers are charged at the normal landline rate of 13p per minute. Calls from mobiles to 01792 numbers range between 3p and 55p per minute depending on your call package. All 01 and 02 UK numbers are charged at the same rate. If making a local call from within one of the areas listed above, the 01792 area code is not required – all you need to do is dial the six digit phone number. To call a person in Swansea from an international location, +44 should be entered prior to the area code. The 0 at the start of the area code should then be removed. Example – +44 1792 123456.

More about 01792 Area Codes

What exactly is an area code? An area code is used when dialing the number of a person based in a different locality to the person making the phone call. For example, if a person in London dialled the number 123456, they would get through to a person / business in London with the number 123456. However, if they dialled 01792 123456, they would reach the person / business in Swansea with the number 123456. An area code can also therefore be used to uniquely identify an area – so that all numbers beginning 01792 are based in Swansea.

Area codes can sometimes vary in length. For clarity, they are written seperately (often in brackets) to the main six digit phone number. For example, (01792) 123456. This way, you can easily tell which is the area code and which isn’t, and also, whether you need to type the code in or not depending on whether you live in the same locality to the person you are calling or not.

The Swansea area code became 01792 in April 1995. Prior to this date it was 0792.

Nottingham 0115

Nottingham is famous for many things such as the legend of Robin Hood and Nottingham Forest Football Club (as well as Notts County). Another factor that gets firmly established as being recognisable due to its Nottingham location is the telephone number prefix 0115. The prefix of 0115 was first introduced back in April 1995 and since then has secured itself as Nottingham’s local area code. Nowadays, 0115 telephone numbers not only accommodate the City of Nottingham itself, 0115s also operate in many of Nottingham’s surrounding areas such as Beeston, Gotham, Sherwood and Wollaton – to name but a few. If you are unsure whether or not a 0115 telephone covers your location, please don’t hesitate to ask – or buy your 0115 number below.

As a regular landline number, 0115 is typically charged at standard rate – that means your customers can contact you safe in the knowledge they know how much their call is likely to cost.

In addition to the familiar pricing attached to geographic numbers such as 0115, there’s the memorability value of the digits themselves. However, to make your new number as easy to remember and use a possible it is essential to adopt the correct figure arrangement. Presenting your 0115 telephone number will allow your callers to find it more recognisable and straightforward to call.

What more do I need to know before I buy an 0115 number?

0115 is the designated UK landline area code for Nottingham, used primarily by homes and businesses. If you see or are called by an 0115 phone number, the call will be from a person or business located in Nottingham or its surrounding areas. Similarly, if you would like to call a person / business within Nottingham or its surrounding areas, 0115 should be used prior to dialling their six digit phone number if you are not based in the same locality. The exact locations which use 0115 are:

  • Arnold
  • Basford
  • Beeston
  • Bulwell
  • Burton Joyce
  • Chalfont Drive
  • Cotgrave
  • Edwalton
  • Gedling
  • Gotham
  • Hucknall
  • Ilkeston
  • Kimberley
  • Long Eaton
  • Lowdham
  • Nottingham
  • Plumtree
  • Radcliffe on Trent
  • Ruddington
  • Sandiacre
  • Sherwood
  • Stapleford
  • Trentside
  • Wollaton
  • Woodborough

Calls to 0115 numbers are charged at the normal landline rate of 13p per minute. Calls from mobiles to 0115 numbers range between 3p and 55p per minute depending on your call package. All 01 and 02 UK numbers are charged at the same rate. If making a local call from within one of the areas listed above, the 0115 area code is not required – all you need to do is dial the six digit phone number. To call a person in Nottingham from an international location, +44 should be entered prior to the area code. The 0 at the start of the area code should then be removed. Example – +44 115 123456.

What are the 0115 Area Codes?

What exactly is an area code? An area code is used when dialling the number of a person based in a different locality to the person making the phone call. For example, if a person in London dialled the number 123456, they would get through to a person / business in London with the number 123456. However, if they dialled 0115 123456, they would reach the person / business in Nottingham with the number 123456. An area code can also therefore be used to uniquely identify an area – so that all numbers beginning 0115 are based in Nottingham.

Area codes can sometimes vary in length. For clarity, they are written separately (often in brackets) to the main six digit phone number. For example, (0115) 123456. This way, you can easily tell which is the area code and which isn’t, and also, whether you need to type the code in or not depending on whether you live in the same locality to the person you are calling or not.

The Nottingham area code became 0115 in April 1995. Prior to this date it was 0602.

Herts 01462

If your base is within the region of Hitchin in Hertfordshire and requires a geographic telephone number, the prefix 01462 is the one for you. Are you aware that 01462 also accommodates many of Hertfordshire’s neighbouring communities such as Arlesey, Langford, Letchworth, Shillington and Weston?

To ascertain whether a 01462 prefix is suitable for your area please call freephone on 0330 332 0400 – our dedicated team will gladly help, 24-hours a day. 7-days a week. If you’re sure of what you want, you can buy an 01462 number now.

As 01462 prefixed contact numbers get typically categorised as regular landline numbers, they are therefore charged at a standard call rate. So, your customers can contact you safe in the knowledge that they know exactly how much their call is likely to cost.

Callers trying to contact your business from overseas can do so by simply adding 44 and dropping the 0 from the 01462, for instance, +44 1462 xxx xxxx.

What do you need to know about 01462 numbers?

We are one of the leading telecommunications company in the United Kingdom. We offer all kinds of telecommunications solutions as well as NGNs to suit the business and domestic needs of residents in the UK. Also known as a virtual number, a non-geographic number is a phone number which is not limited to a single geographic location within a country. In other words, the number is associated with a country, say UK, but not specifically any area/city/county/town. Thus, when the customer calls up the NGN, the call would be transferred to the destination telephone set of the subscriber.

What is a 01462 number? Well, geographic numbers such as this are exactly what its name states and they are a complete opposite of NGNs. These are basically numbers which are associated with a specific geographic location in a country. In case of 01462, the linked location is Hitchin in Hertfordshire, a county in southern England. Hitchin is a small market town situated in the northern part of Hertfordshire. Thus, if you’ve received a call from an unknown caller whose number starts from 01462 then you can assume that it is a call from someone in Hitchin or surrounding areas.

While 01462 is basically the area code for Hitchin, surrounding areas can also be covered under this code. These areas are Weston, Stotfold, Shillington, Shefford, Offley, Letchworth, Langford, Hitchin, Ashwell and Arlesey. Generally speaking, a contact number starting with 01462 will basically be a landline because in the UK telephone numbers starting with 01 and 02 are assigned for home/business landlines but there are exceptions. This holds true to all UK area codes as sometimes such numbers may be used as NGNs.

Why buy an 01462 number?

Those making a call to this number from within UK can directly dial the number whereas those from abroad need to add the international access code prior to dialing this number. The country code for UK is of course +44 and this should be followed by the local code, i.e. 1462 (excluding the 0), and the remaining phone number. The local length of numbers with the area code 01462 is 6 digits and the charges for calls made to such numbers are usually normal. However, there may also be exceptional cases wherein the calls to these numbers are free or subsidized. This usually applies to customers who have call packages which include a certain amount of free calls or concessional rates for phone calls.

If you live in Hitchin area and is looking for a new telephone line then we can help you set up a 01462 number. Also, we offer NGNs, which can really come in handy for those with businesses requiring a dedicated customer care/service line. All our telecommunication solutions are guaranteed to fulfill your requirements and provide complete satisfaction.

When you have finished shopping, rest assured, our service continues past the point of sale with instant support and a portfolio of call-handling features available with your needs in mind. Such services include our invaluable, ‘Disaster Recovery’ facility, which keeps your lines of communication running, even in an emergency such as system power failure.

For more information regarding our complete range of associated services, please visit our designated ‘features’ page.

Alternatively, our friendly team are always here to tell you more and manage queries you have regarding your 01462 telephone number.

Durham 0191

Are you setting up business in Durham and want to reassure customers of your local presence? Everyone does, and that’s why you have landed right here on the 0191 telephone number info page. So, before you go anywhere else let us tell you a little more about the 0191 prefix. Did you know that in addition to Durham, 0191 also accommodates the bordering locations of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead and Sunderland?

If you would like to ascertain whether 0191 is also the right option for your area simply call 0330 332 0400. Our dedicated, UK-based staff are always happy to help, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. If you’re sure of what you want, buy your 0191 number and have your new system set up in minutes.

Perhaps another reason that geographic telephone numbers such as 0191 are so popular is the fact that they get categorised as normal landline options. That means they get typically charged at standard rate. So, it’s not only the location callers will associate your 0191 contact with, but also they will instantly see it affordable too. Now that makes good business sense, don’t you think?

The benefits of choosing an 0191 number for your business – what you need to know

0191 is the area code for Sunderland, Newcastle, Gateshead and Durham, and the neighbouring areas. All telephone numbers for this area are made up of 7 digits.

If 0191 is followed by a 2, 4, 6 or 8, this indicates that it is a telephone number for Newcastle or Gateshead. Durham numbers have a 3 or 9 after the area code. Sunderland numbers have 1, 5 or 7 after 0191.

Telephone numbers that begin 01 or 02 are known as geographic numbers, meaning they relate to a landline in a specific location. However, this does not necessarily mean that a business or home with an 0191 number is definitely based in one of the areas mentioned above.

Why would you choose an 0191 number?

For example, telephone calls can now be made over the Internet, using services such as Skype, instead of the telephone network. Calls can be made or received anywhere in the world, but many homes and businesses use geographic numbers for these services.

Mobile phone providers now offer landline numbers for their mobile phones. Small businesses, in particular, use this facility to convey a permanent image and to give the impression that they are locally based.

As you can see from these examples, phoning a landline with a particular area code does not necessarily mean that the call is being received in that location. However, regardless of whether your call is being forwarded elsewhere or not, you will only pay the normal UK landline rate. This also applies to calls to a mobile phone with a landline number.

The cost of calls to a landline number, from your home phone, can vary depending on your provider and phone tariff. Some plans might allow you to make free calls at weekends or in the evenings, or both. Others do not charge for calls to geographic numbers. Always check with your telephone company for specific details of your plans and any charges. If you are charged for a call the maximum you can expect to pay is 13p per minute.

Durham’s area code – more about 0191 numbers

The cost of a call from your mobile to a landline number can be between 3p to 55p per minute. However, most mobile phone tariffs allow free calls to 01 and 02 numbers, within their monthly allowance. So, you will only be charged if you have used your allowance, or if your plan does not include free calls. Again, check with your mobile provider for tariff details and charges.

Yet another invaluable advantage that geographic numbers offer your business is their ability to enhance your branding, operating as an extension to your corporate signature. Remember that you can increase the memorable quality of your business’ contact number by presenting it in the correct format – 0191 xxx xxxx, ensuring your callers remember it with ease.

If you would like to know more about the 0191s or indeed any of the many other prefixes we have to offer why not email support@numbersupermarket.co.uk?

Reading 0118

Establishing the right geographical 01 or 02 number depends on selecting one that is location-specific to your business. As you know, the prefix 0118 operates throughout Reading – but did you know that it is also active in the surrounding areas of Arborfield Cross, Caversham and Pangbourne? In fact, 0118 is the designated local area code throughout the region, from Tadley right across to Tilehurst. Please don’t hesitate to confirm whether or not 0118 is the suitable option for your business. Our expert team have a thorough understanding of assigned locations, meaning you can buy an 0118 number with peace of mind.

0118 was established as Reading’s area code back in April 1996 and has ever since get circulated as a normal landline number charged at standard rate. So, it is safe to say that your callers will instantly recognise your new 0118 number as being local and affordable.

Everything you need to know before you purchase an 0118 number

Numbers beginning with 0118 are from Reading and the surrounding area. This includes the following: 01182 numbers, 01183 numbers, 01184 numbers, 01189 numbers and all other numbers that start with the digits 0118, regardless of what the following digits are or how the numbers are formatted.

Whilst most numbers using the 0118 area code are typically Reading landlines there will be instances, and this is applicable for all UK area codes, where services use such numbers despite not being geographically situated in the area.

Below is a comprehensive list of locations using the 0118 area code:

  • Arborfield Cross
  • Bradfield
  • Burghfield Common
  • Caversham
  • Earley
  • Eversley
  • Heckfield
  • Kidmore End
  • Mortimer
  • Pangbourne
  • Silchester
  • Spencers Wood
  • Reading
  • Tadley
  • Theale
  • Tilehurst
  • Twyford
  • Wargrave
  • Wokingham
  • Woodley
  • Woolhampton

The 0118 Area Code History

The Reading area code has undergone several changes. It was originally 0734 which was changed to 01734 during April 1995, as part of a nationwide renumbering. In 1998, 0118 was formally established as Reading’s area code when all numbers were extended from 6 to 7 digits.

How do you write an 0118 telephone number

For telephone numbers beginning with 0118, the correct way to write them down is in the format 0118 xxx xxxx.

The part of the number after the dialling code is known as the local number and is 7 digits long.

For example, consider the number beginning with 01189. It is not an area code in its own right. The area code is still 0118, and the following digit is 9 part of the local number. Therefore, 01189 should actually be written with a space between the dialling code and the local number as written in the following 0118 9. 

The cost of calling an 0118 number

Calling 0118 numbers comes with costs. When calling from a landline, calls to 0118 numbers can cost up to 10p per minute. This is dependent on the time of day, and there is usually an additional call set-up fee. When calling these numbers from mobile phones, the cost increases to between 10p and 40p per minute.

Inclusive call packages are offered by most landline operators offer that allow calls free at certain times of the day, or at all times. There are many mobile companies who offer free any-time minutes in the monthly contract payment, or a bundle of minutes for a reduced cost in the form of a top-up credit.

Another element you may not have considered when choosing your 0118 telephone number is its memorability factor. Crucial for the branding and marketing of your business, your telephone number can become memorable in two ways.

Firstly, it is vital that you present the telephone numbers in the correct format i.e. 0118 xxx xxxx. This importance may look like a small detail it nevertheless has a big impact on the way callers remember and dial it.

Liverpool 0151

The addition of a memorable geographic telephone number is an instant way to tell your callers that you are a localcompany, based nearby, and for many customers this is significantly reassuring. If your base is in the City of Liverpool or indeed one of its bordering locations, then a 0151 telephone number is the option to choose. 0151s naturally accommodate Liverpool but are also operational in various surrounding areas such as Aintree, Birkenhead, Ellesmere Port and Widnes – to name but a few. If you would like to get a foothold in the Merseyside area, buy an 0151 number today.

April 1995 witnessed today’s 0151 area code replace the previous 051 prefix, in circulation now for almost 20 years 0151 has become firmly established throughout the North-West.

0151 telephone numbers get typically charged at standard rate – a fee your callers will undoubtedly be familiar with prior to contacting you. They are considered to be a regular landline number.

Why choose an 0151 number? What do I need to know before I buy?

0151 is the STD code or telephone area code for Liverpool. The area covered by the 0151 code includes Liverpool itself, the Wirral peninsula and some of the surrounding region. It extends as far as West Kirby to the west, Widnes to the east, Formby to the north and Ellesmere Port to the south. In terms of counties, it encompasses Merseyside in its entirety as well as some parts of Cheshire. The area is split into two halves by the River Mersey, and is bounded to the south-west by the Dee Estuary and North Wales beyond.

Prior to April 1995, the code for the area was 051. Due to the need to free up number ranges for different types of service, PhONEday on April 16th 1995 added a 1 prefix to most area codes in the UK. including Liverpool’s. As with most UK areas, the local numbers did not change at this time.

0151 is a three digit code (not counting the initial zero), which means that local numbers following it have seven digits. Almost all UK numbers have ten digits in total, after the first zero, so the length of the local number depends on the size of the area code. Local numbers in this area can begin with any digit other than 0 or 1. Callers dialing from within the area can omit the 0151 as they can in most UK dialling code areas.

The Liverpool area code – more about 0151 numbers

The first three digits of the local number historically represented the exchange it was connected to, originally utilising the lettering system on rotary dial telephones. Many numbers still correspond to this convention, so it is often possible to tell where in the area a particular number is located.

0151 numbers are classed as geographic numbers, and calls to them will be at standard landline rates. They will be included in deals with free calls to landlines, and typically be included in the free minutes offered with mobile phone contracts. Calls to 0151 numbers usually cost up to 13 pence per minute from a landline and from 5 – 55 pence per minute from a mobile. Although these numbers will normally be allocated to fixed line telephones in the Liverpool region, they can also be used by businesses or services with no physical connection to the area. Like other UK dialing codes, there is no longer any guarantee that geographical numbers are physically present in the area they are attached to.

Choosing the right 0151 number for your business

OK, you have decided to go with a geographic telephone number – good choice, and here at Number Supermarket we have an excellent selection of 0151 prefixes waiting to enhance your business. But that’s not everything, we also provide a host of features such as ‘Disaster Recovery’ and ‘Call Messaging’ – helping your lines of communication run as smoothly as possible.

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