01625 Area Code — Macclesfield, UK
01625 is the UK dialling code for Macclesfield, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. Our database has tracked 83 distinct 01625 numbers across 150 public lookups.
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Quick facts
Area code
01625
Location
Macclesfield
Number type
Geographic landline
Number format
01625 XXX XXX
Operators serving
8+
Call cost
Standard rate
About the 01625 dialling code
01625 is the UK geographic dialling code for Macclesfield, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. It is used by landlines — and increasingly VoIP lines — registered to the Macclesfield area.
A full Macclesfield number is normally written as 01625 XXXXXX. You can dial the local part on its own from within the same area, or the full number from anywhere in the UK.
Because of UK number portability and internet calling, a 01625 number no longer guarantees the caller is physically in Macclesfield. Fraudsters also "spoof" local codes like 01625 so an unknown call looks like a nearby business or neighbour — so treat an unexpected call on what is actually said, not on the area code alone.
Top searched 01625 numbers
These are the 01625 numbers most-looked-up by visitors to our number checker. Click any number to see its full lookup page with risk-level, range holder, and community reports.
| Number | Searches | Last looked up |
|---|---|---|
| 01625 801593 | 9 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464283 | 7 | 11 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 787492 | 6 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464289 | 5 | 7 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464102 | 5 | 30 May 2026 |
| 01625 464288 | 5 | 28 May 2026 |
| 01625 322976 | 4 | 7 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 322963 | 4 | 6 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464290 | 4 | 1 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464286 | 3 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 322921 | 3 | 8 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464281 | 3 | 5 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464284 | 3 | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464292 | 3 | 27 May 2026 |
| 01625 322949 | 3 | 20 May 2026 |
| 01625 619938 | 2 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 569493 | 2 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 464294 | 2 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 701929 | 2 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 01625 717936 | 2 | 8 Jun 2026 |
Is a call from 01625 safe?
Most 01625 calls are ordinary local calls from Macclesfield homes and businesses. The main risk to be aware of is "neighbour spoofing", where a scammer fakes a local 01625 prefix so you are more likely to answer. Never share bank details, passwords or one-time security codes with an unexpected caller, even when the number looks local — hang up and call the organisation back on a number you have verified yourself.
To call a 01625 (Macclesfield) number from outside the UK, drop the leading zero and dial +44 1625 followed by the local number.
Operators serving Macclesfield
These UK communications providers have been allocated 01625 number blocks by Ofcom. The number of blocks per operator gives a rough sense of how widely each provider serves this area.
| Provider (Ofcom-allocated) | Allocated blocks |
|---|---|
| BT | 30 |
| Vodafone Ltd (C&W) | 21 |
| Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited | 18 |
| Virgin Media Limited | 13 |
| TalkTalk Communications Limited | 10 |
| GCI Network Solutions Limited | 9 |
| Colt Technology Services | 7 |
| Magrathea Telecommunications Limited | 6 |
How to block and report 01625 spam calls
Block 01625 on your phone
- iPhone: open Phone → Recents, tap the (i) next to 01625, scroll down and tap Block this Caller.
- Android: open the Phone app, press and hold 01625 in your recent calls, then tap Block / Report spam.
- Network level: EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all offer free spam-call blocking in their app or online account settings.
Report 01625
- Scam texts: forward the message to 7726 (free) — it spells "SPAM" on the keypad — to report it to your mobile network.
- Scam or fraud calls: report to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 (England, Wales & NI) or Police Scotland on 101.
- Nuisance / marketing calls: report to the ICO and register with the free Telephone Preference Service (TPS) to reduce unsolicited sales calls.
How to stop unwanted calls for good
Blocking 01625 numbers stops that one number, but determined nuisance callers simply switch numbers. These steps cut the volume across the board:
- Silence unknown callers. iPhone: Settings → Apps → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers. Android: open Phone → Settings → Caller ID & spam and turn on filtering. Unknown numbers go straight to voicemail.
- Turn on your network's free spam shield. EE, O2, Vodafone, Three, Sky and most providers offer free spam/scam-call screening in their app or account settings.
- Register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). It's free and legally obliges UK companies to stop unsolicited sales calls within 28 days.
- Use a dedicated call-blocker app if nuisance calls are persistent — these screen against live community spam databases and can auto-reject flagged callers before your phone even rings.
- Never engage to "opt out". Pressing a key to be removed only confirms your number is live and usually means more calls.
Frequently asked questions about the 01625 code
Where is the 01625 area code?
The 01625 area code is allocated by Ofcom to Macclesfield, United Kingdom. It is a geographic UK landline dialling code under the National Telephone Numbering Plan.
Is 01625 always a Macclesfield number?
Numbers with the 01625 prefix were originally allocated by Ofcom to Macclesfield. With UK number portability and VoIP allowing geographic relocation while keeping the same number, the call origin can differ from the original area, but the prefix's official assigned location remains Macclesfield.
How do I block 01625 spam calls?
On iPhone, tap the (i) next to the number in Recents and choose Block this Caller. On Android, long-press the number in Recents and choose Block. To prevent unknown 01625 numbers ringing, enable Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers (iPhone) or your dialler's spam filter (Android). Forward spam texts to 7726 free of charge.
How much does a 01625 call cost?
Calls to UK 01625 geographic numbers are charged at your provider's standard rate and are usually included in inclusive minutes on any modern landline or mobile plan.
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