The 0330 number range (and the wider 03-number family) was introduced to create a fairer, more transparent cost structure for callers. Ofcom made it clear that calls to 03 numbers must cost no more than calls to standard geographic numbers starting with 01 or 02.
So, when your customers see a 0330 number, they can be confident it’s the same as calling a regular landline. They give your business a nationwide presence without the high call charges once linked to older 08 numbers.
What this means for callers and your business:
- For callers: If your phone plan includes calls to 01/02 numbers, those same minutes usually cover 03 numbers too – so no unexpected costs!
- For businesses: A 0330 number gives you a professional, UK-wide image while keeping things simple and affordable for customers.
Key regulation updates (as of 2025) state:
- The ‘no more than geographic rate’ rule continues to apply for 03 numbers.
- If a caller’s inclusive minutes cover 01/02 calls, those same minutes must include 03 numbers.
- 0330 numbers are not freephone (unlike 0800/0808) but are non-geographic and treated as standard national numbers.
- Ofcom continues to monitor and regulate all 03 ranges to ensure fairness and transparency for UK consumers.
Why choose a 0330 number from Number Supermarket
- Nationwide credibility: Present your business as UK-wide, not tied to one area.
- Customer-friendly pricing: Clear, fair and familiar for callers.
- Flexible routing: Forward calls to landlines, mobiles or VoIP systems.
Find out more about 0330 business numbers…or for any telecom enquiries, call 0330 332 0400.
