01642 Area Code — Middlesbrough, UK
01642 is the UK dialling code for Middlesbrough, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. Our database has tracked 344 distinct 01642 numbers across 454 public lookups.
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Quick facts
Area code
01642
Location
Middlesbrough
Number type
Geographic landline
Number format
01642 XXX XXX
Operators serving
8+
Call cost
Standard rate
About the 01642 dialling code
01642 is the UK geographic dialling code for Middlesbrough, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. It is used by landlines — and increasingly VoIP lines — registered to the Middlesbrough area.
A full Middlesbrough number is normally written as 01642 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 01642 number no longer guarantees the caller is physically in Middlesbrough. Fraudsters also "spoof" local codes like 01642 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 01642 numbers
These are the 01642 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01642 088105 | 9 | 6 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 133562 | 9 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 449642 | 8 | 18 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 133565 | 7 | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 946038 | 5 | 4 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 205087 | 4 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 071880 | 4 | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 680768 | 4 | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 771070 | 4 | 28 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 541000 | 4 | 21 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 843097 | 4 | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 624385 | 4 | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 051842 | 4 | 4 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 639901 | 3 | 5 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 243617 | 3 | 4 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 383094 | 3 | 4 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 383175 | 3 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 846685 | 3 | 2 Jul 2026 |
| 01642 549937 | 3 | 16 Jun 2026 |
| 01642 820061 | 3 | 15 Jun 2026 |
Is a call from 01642 safe?
Most 01642 calls are ordinary local calls from Middlesbrough homes and businesses. The main risk to be aware of is "neighbour spoofing", where a scammer fakes a local 01642 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 01642 (Middlesbrough) number from outside the UK, drop the leading zero and dial +44 1642 followed by the local number.
Operators serving Middlesbrough
These UK communications providers have been allocated 01642 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 | 208 |
| Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited | 32 |
| Sky UK Limited | 31 |
| Virgin Media Limited | 21 |
| TalkTalk Communications Limited | 17 |
| 1XXXX | 10 |
| Vodafone Ltd (C&W) | 9 |
| GCI Network Solutions Limited | 8 |
How to block and report 01642 spam calls
Block or report 01642
- You can block 01642 directly from your recent-calls list on iPhone or Android, and forward scam texts free to 7726.
- Scam or fraud calls should be reported to Action Fraud (0300 123 2040) or Police Scotland (101); persistent marketing calls to the ICO / TPS.
Full step-by-step instructions for every phone, network-level blocking and all UK reporting routes are in our guide: How to block and report unwanted calls in the UK.
How to stop unwanted calls for good
Blocking 01642 numbers stops that one number, but determined nuisance callers simply switch numbers. Silencing unknown callers, enabling your network's free spam shield and registering with the TPS cut the volume across the board — our canonical guide walks through each step: How to block and report unwanted calls in the UK.
Frequently asked questions about the 01642 code
Where is the 01642 area code?
The 01642 area code is allocated by Ofcom to Middlesbrough, United Kingdom. It is a geographic UK landline dialling code under the National Telephone Numbering Plan.
Is 01642 always a Middlesbrough number?
Numbers with the 01642 prefix were originally allocated by Ofcom to Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough.
How do I block 01642 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 01642 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 01642 call cost?
Calls to UK 01642 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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