0161 5263170
Also shown as:
- 0161 526 3170
- +44 161 526 3170
AI Summary
Based on 12 community reports
This Manchester-based number has received numerous spam reports. Several reports suggest it's a scam attempting to obtain bank details or verify active phone numbers. One user reports being contacted about a car crash they never had, while another was asked questions about their house. Another user mentions a "dodgy Sam" claiming to be from "Accident Claims Depts at 'Legal Assist Ltd'". Given these reports, it's best to treat calls from this number with caution. Do not provide any personal information or engage with the caller. Blocking the number is advisable.
12 verified reports
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Most helpful reports
12 totalI let it ring and didnt answer the call. Was looking it up online here first...cheers whosringing!
Scammers after bank details
It was a phone call trying to find active numbers.
Called but no message was left, so I blocked.
Scam
Was telling me about my car crash i had and the other driver has accepted liability. I haven't had a car crash. Asked Indian if he wanted my bank details.
There was no message left from this number
They asked questions about my house but I said no to everything.
The caller was saying something but I let ai talk to him.
A dodgy Sam from the Accident Claims Depts at 'Legal Assist Ltd'
Called but left no message, seems like there have been a good few searches in the last 24 hours.
Called and left no message. Given how many searches recently… probably dodgy.
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About 0161 526 3170
What type of number is 0161 526 3170?
The phone number 0161 5263170 (also written as +44 161 526 3170) is a UK landline number originating from the Manchester area in Greater Manchester . Calls to this number are charged at standard UK landline rates, usually included in call packages.
Is 0161 526 3170 safe to answer?
Based on 12 community reports, this number has been frequently reported as spam or a potential scam. The current risk score is 78% with 7 reports marking it as spam .
Exercise extreme caution if you receive a call from this number. Do not share personal or financial information.
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Details
- Tel Number
- 0161 526 3170
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Network
- BT
- Area
- Manchester
- Type
- Geographic
- First Seen
- 26 Feb 2026
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Silent and Abandoned Calls
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Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
This number originates from the Manchester area code region. The map shows the general geographic area, not an exact location.
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