0151 Area Code — Liverpool, UK
0151 is the UK dialling code for Liverpool, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. Our database has tracked 842 distinct 0151 numbers across 1,848 public lookups.
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Quick facts
Area code
0151
Location
Liverpool
Number type
Geographic landline
Number format
0151 XXX XXXX
Operators serving
8+
Call cost
Standard rate
About the 0151 dialling code
0151 is the UK geographic dialling code for Liverpool, allocated by Ofcom under the National Telephone Numbering Plan. It is used by landlines — and increasingly VoIP lines — registered to the Liverpool area.
A full Liverpool number is normally written as 0151 XXX XXXX. 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 0151 number no longer guarantees the caller is physically in Liverpool. Fraudsters also "spoof" local codes like 0151 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 0151 numbers
These are the 0151 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0151 319 4858 | 24 | 11 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 700 8780 | 17 | 7 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 700 8785 | 15 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 700 8782 | 14 | 18 May 2026 |
| 0151 458 6555 | 13 | 13 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 700 8752 | 13 | 6 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 375 9796 | 12 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 558 0367 | 12 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 558 0369 | 12 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 458 6554 | 11 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 456 1423 | 11 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 528 1491 | 11 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 245 8464 | 11 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 679 1846 | 10 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 245 5294 | 10 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 528 1473 | 10 | 11 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 669 0434 | 10 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 679 1609 | 10 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 528 1465 | 10 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| 0151 558 0374 | 10 | 8 Jun 2026 |
Is a call from 0151 safe?
Most 0151 calls are ordinary local calls from Liverpool homes and businesses. The main risk to be aware of is "neighbour spoofing", where a scammer fakes a local 0151 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 0151 (Liverpool) number from outside the UK, drop the leading zero and dial +44 151 followed by the local number.
Operators serving Liverpool
These UK communications providers have been allocated 0151 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 | 173 |
| Virgin Media Limited | 38 |
| Vodafone Ltd (C&W) | 26 |
| GCI Network Solutions Limited | 25 |
| Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited | 15 |
| Sky UK Limited | 11 |
| TalkTalk Communications Limited | 9 |
| Barritel Limited | 8 |
Common scam patterns reported in Liverpool
Categories most-commonly tagged on user-submitted reports for 0151 numbers in our community comments.
- scam — 2 reports
How to block and report 0151 spam calls
Block 0151 on your phone
- iPhone: open Phone → Recents, tap the (i) next to 0151, scroll down and tap Block this Caller.
- Android: open the Phone app, press and hold 0151 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 0151
- 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 0151 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 0151 code
Where is the 0151 area code?
The 0151 area code is allocated by Ofcom to Liverpool, United Kingdom. It is a geographic UK landline dialling code under the National Telephone Numbering Plan.
Is 0151 always a Liverpool number?
Numbers with the 0151 prefix were originally allocated by Ofcom to Liverpool. 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 Liverpool.
How do I block 0151 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 0151 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 0151 call cost?
Calls to UK 0151 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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