0161 area code: Manchester
0161 is the UK dialling code for Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Oldham and Bury in Greater Manchester. Local numbers are written 0161 xxx xxxx.
0161 number formats
| Place | UK format | International |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 0161 xxx xxxx | +44 161 xxx xxxx |
| Salford | 0161 xxx xxxx | +44 161 xxx xxxx |
| Stockport | 0161 xxx xxxx | +44 161 xxx xxxx |
| Oldham | 0161 xxx xxxx | +44 161 xxx xxxx |
| Bury | 0161 xxx xxxx | +44 161 xxx xxxx |
Calls to 0161 numbers cost the same as any other UK landline and count towards inclusive minutes on most plans.
Get a 0161 number for your business
A local 0161 number helps you win calls from customers in Manchester. It is virtual, so it rings your mobile, desk phones, Teams or our answering team.
- Choose your own number, including memorable patterns
- Route calls by time of day
- Show the number on outbound calls from our app
- Keep it if you move provider
0161 area code questions
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Where is the 0161 area code?
0161 is the dialling code for Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Oldham and Bury, in Greater Manchester, North West England.
Is 0161 a mobile number?
No. 0161 is a geographic landline code. Calls to 0161 numbers are charged at standard landline rates and are included in most UK mobile and landline bundles. The number may still be answered on a mobile if it is a virtual number.
How do I call a 0161 number from abroad?
Dial +44, drop the first 0, then dial the rest of the number. For example +44 161 xxx xxxx.
Who is calling me from a 0161 number?
A 0161 number belongs to a landline or virtual number registered in the Manchester area. The code cannot tell you who the caller is. If you do not recognise the call, let it go to voicemail, and never share payment or security details with an unexpected caller.
Can my business get a 0161 number?
Yes. We supply 0161 numbers that ring any phone in the UK, so you can have a Manchester presence wherever your team works. The number should be used for genuine business in or with the area.
Get a 0161 number for your business
Tell us how your business takes calls today and we will recommend a setup, with a clear monthly price. Most quotes are ready the same day.
- UK-based support team
- Free setup and number porting on most plans
- Monthly rolling options available
- No obligation quote
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