01226 818715
Also shown as:
- 01226 818715
- +44 1226 818715
AI Summary
Based on 5 community reports
Community Reports
5 verified reports
Cumulative spam score based on all reports up to each month.
Return of the 'you have had an accident call.
Said they were calling from a legal accident department.
Apparently I had an accident according to them. News to me.
Said he was calling from the claims department about my car accident last year, did I remember? I told him "I don't have a car, go away" and hung up
Asking about damp or mould in the house
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About 01226 818715
What type of number is 01226 818715?
The phone number 01226 818715 (also written as +44 1226 818715) is a UK landline number originating from the Barnsley area in England . Calls to this number are charged at standard UK landline rates, usually included in call packages.
Is 01226 818715 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 100% with 5 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 01226 818715 calls me?
If you receive an unexpected call from 01226 818715, 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 01226 818715, 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 01226 818715 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 01226 818715 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 01226 818715:
- 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
- 01226 818715
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Area
- Barnsley
- Type
- Geographic
- First Seen
- Today
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Location
Barnsley, United Kingdom
This number originates from the Barnsley area code region. The map shows the general geographic area, not an exact location.
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How to Block 01226 818715
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Find 01226 818715 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 01226 818715
- Tap Block/report spam
- Confirm by tapping Block
Steps may vary slightly depending on your phone manufacturer
Contact your phone provider to block 01226 818715:
- 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.