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UK area code

023 Southampton & Portsmouth

The 023 code is shared by Southampton, Portsmouth, and the surrounding Hampshire area. Local-number scams in this region often impersonate councils or the NHS.

Questions about 023 numbers

Where do 023 numbers come from?

The 023 code is shared by Southampton, Portsmouth, and the surrounding Hampshire area. Local-number scams in this region often impersonate councils or the NHS.

Are 023 numbers safe to call back?

Most 023 numbers are legitimate, but spoofing is common. Always search the number on GhostCallers before returning a missed call from an unfamiliar contact.

How do I stop spam calls from 023 numbers?

Register with the Telephone Preference Service, block individual numbers in your handset, and forward spam texts to 7726. For repeat offenders, report them on GhostCallers so other users see the pattern.