01691 Area Code — Oswestry, UK
01691 is the UK dialling code for Oswestry, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. Our database has tracked 10 distinct 01691 numbers across 11 public lookups.
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Quick facts
Area code
01691
Location
Oswestry
Number type
Geographic landline
Number format
01691 XXX XXX
Operators serving
8+
Call cost
Standard rate
About the 01691 dialling code
01691 is the UK geographic dialling code for Oswestry, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. It is used by landlines — and increasingly VoIP lines — registered to the Oswestry area.
A full Oswestry number is normally written as 01691 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 01691 number no longer guarantees the caller is physically in Oswestry. Fraudsters also "spoof" local codes like 01691 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 01691 numbers
These are the 01691 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01691 653936 | 2 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 653938 | 1 | 17 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 653939 | 1 | 17 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 655858 | 1 | 13 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 654592 | 1 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 898653 | 1 | 1 Jun 2026 |
| 01691 654343 | 1 | 24 May 2026 |
| 01691 657449 | 1 | 18 May 2026 |
| 01691 880864 | 1 | 15 May 2026 |
| 01691 404283 | 1 | 29 Apr 2026 |
Is a call from 01691 safe?
Most 01691 calls are ordinary local calls from Oswestry homes and businesses. The main risk to be aware of is "neighbour spoofing", where a scammer fakes a local 01691 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 01691 (Oswestry) number from outside the UK, drop the leading zero and dial +44 1691 followed by the local number.
Operators serving Oswestry
These UK communications providers have been allocated 01691 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 | 22 |
| Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited | 7 |
| Magrathea Telecommunications Limited | 5 |
| TalkTalk Communications Limited | 4 |
| Sky UK Limited | 4 |
| Colt Technology Services | 3 |
| Barritel Limited | 3 |
| Vodafone Ltd (C&W) | 3 |
How to block and report 01691 spam calls
Block 01691 on your phone
- iPhone: open Phone → Recents, tap the (i) next to 01691, scroll down and tap Block this Caller.
- Android: open the Phone app, press and hold 01691 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 01691
- 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 01691 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 01691 code
Where is the 01691 area code?
The 01691 area code is allocated by Ofcom to Oswestry, United Kingdom. It is a geographic UK landline dialling code under the National Telephone Numbering Plan.
Is 01691 always a Oswestry number?
Numbers with the 01691 prefix were originally allocated by Ofcom to Oswestry. 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 Oswestry.
How do I block 01691 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 01691 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 01691 call cost?
Calls to UK 01691 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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