0121 8125280
Also shown as:
- 0121 812 5280
- +44 121 812 5280
AI Summary
Based on 5 community reports
Community Reports
5 verified reports
Cumulative spam score based on all reports up to each month.
Phone rang and the screen showed the number and said "maybe Mike"?? Didnt pick up the call and the missed call said "Mike cal8ng you from both compare"??? Never saw such a message before!
Two calls over two days. EE flagged as probably nuisance. I dont answer calls from numbers that arent in my contacts list.
Energy scam. Phishing
Said they were from Octopus Energy and needed to put up my monthly DDR, because of the government changing Energy costs. I told him I was already in a contract but he said the government put the changes up and Octopus could not run at loss. He knew my name and Energy provider
Scam call, saying they're booking.com, with racial abuse
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About 0121 812 5280
What type of number is 0121 812 5280?
The phone number 0121 8125280 (also written as +44 121 812 5280) is a UK landline number originating from the Birmingham area in West Midlands . Calls to this number are charged at standard UK landline rates, usually included in call packages.
Is 0121 812 5280 safe to answer?
Based on 5 community reports, this number has been frequently reported as spam or a potential scam. The current risk score is 94% with 4 reports marking it as spam .
Exercise extreme caution if you receive a call from this number. Do not share personal or financial information.
What should I do if 0121 812 5280 calls me?
If you receive an unexpected call from 0121 812 5280, consider the following:
- Don't answer immediately if you don't recognise the number – let it go to voicemail and see if they leave a message.
- Never share personal information such as bank details, passwords, or PINs with unknown callers.
- Be wary of urgency tactics – legitimate organisations won't pressure you to act immediately.
- Verify the caller by hanging up and calling the organisation back on their official number.
How to report a scam call
If you believe you've received a scam call from 0121 812 5280, you can take the following steps:
- Report the number using the form on this page to help warn others.
- Report to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at actionfraud.police.uk.
- Contact your phone provider to block the number.
- If money has been taken, contact your bank immediately.
- For ongoing harassment, contact the police on 101.
About number spoofing
Be aware that caller ID can be falsified (spoofed). Scammers may display 0121 812 5280 on your phone even though the call originates from a different number. If a caller claims to be from a bank, government agency, or other organisation, hang up and call them back using an official number from their website.
Disclaimer: CallerCheck UK has no affiliation with the owner of 0121 812 5280 or any related companies. Information on this page is based entirely on community reports and publicly available data. If you have been a victim of fraud, please contact Action Fraud or the police directly – we cannot investigate individual cases. Report accuracy depends on community contributions and may not reflect the current status of this number.
Is this your number? If you own this phone number and believe reports are inaccurate or false, you can submit a claim using the "Claim This Number" button in the sidebar to verify ownership and request a review.
Frequently Asked Questions
To block 0121 8125280:
- iPhone: Go to Recents, tap ⓘ next to the number, then "Block this Caller"
- Android: Long press the number in Recents and select "Block number"
- Landline: Contact your provider (BT, Sky, Virgin) to enable call blocking
You can also register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) to reduce unwanted calls.
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Details
- Tel Number
- 0121 812 5280
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Area
- Birmingham
- Type
- Geographic
- First Seen
- Today
Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
This number originates from the Birmingham area code region. The map shows the general geographic area, not an exact location.
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How to Block 0121 8125280
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Find 0121 8125280 and tap the ⓘ icon next to it
- Scroll down and tap Block this Caller
- Confirm by tapping Block Contact
Alternatively: Settings → Phone → Blocked Contacts → Add New
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Long press on 0121 8125280
- Tap Block/report spam
- Confirm by tapping Block
Steps may vary slightly depending on your phone manufacturer
Contact your phone provider to block 0121 8125280:
- BT: Use BT Call Protect (free service)
- Sky: Call 03442 414 141 to enable call blocking
- Virgin Media: Use the Virgin Media app or call 150
- TalkTalk: Enable CallSafe in your account settings
You can also register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) at tpsonline.org.uk to reduce unwanted calls.