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Get a 01242 Area Code Phone Number in Cheltenham

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What is Current 01242 Area Code Location?

The current 01242 area code location is Cheltenham, UK. It serves Gloucestershire County including Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve, Winchcombe, Andoversford, Alderton, Coberley, Withington, and many other towns and villages.

Below is the tabular illustration of the locations (based on the population) served or covered by area code 01242 in Cheltenham.

City/Town County TimeZone
Alderton Gloucestershire GMT
Andoversford Gloucestershire GMT
Bishop's Cleeve Gloucestershire GMT
Cheltenham Gloucestershire GMT
Coberley Gloucestershire GMT
Coombe Hill Gloucestershire GMT
Shurdington Gloucestershire GMT
Winchcombe Gloucestershire GMT
Withington Gloucestershire GMT
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How to buy a 01242 area code phone number?

To buy a 01242 area code number, sign up with KrispCall, Go to Settings> My Number > Add New Number > Select UK from the County list > Advanced Filter > Enter 01242 and match to the first part of the number or you can choose the phone numbers city wise. Then choose your 01242 number, make payment, submit necessary documents, & start making & receiving calls and texts after the number activation.

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01242 Area Code History – Where Does an Area Code 01242 Originate?

The 01242 area code originated in Cheltenham, UK in Gloucestershire County. Originally 0242 area code served Cheltenham and neighbouring areas. But as the population grew, phone numbers began to run out in this area. In response to this, new area code 01242 was assigned in April 1995 during the phONEday event. It replaced the old area code 0242 and continued serving the same area.

Around 0.17 million people use the 01242 area code in the Cheltenham area of the United Kingdom at the present time. Local calls require seven-digit dialing in this area.

Why Choose 01242 Area Code Number for Business?

From establishing a local presence in Cheltenham to unleashing the power of cutting-edge communication features – get everything with 01242 area code numbers for your business. Capitalize on the local markets while delivering exceptional customer experience.

Establish a local presence in Cheltenham, UK
Establish your business as a local brand with 01242 local numbers in Gloucestershire County regardless of the base of your business operation. Prove to them that you belong in that area and give tough competition to your competitors.
Elevate your acceptance rate and boost sales
Improve your call acceptance rate in the local market by incorporating the 01242 area code local and custom vanity numbers. Ensure better performance rates and productivity of your employees, and also provide exceptional customer experience to boost your sales.
No special equipment is required
Own a 01242 area code phone number without any additional hardware installation. Communicate and make business deals with your existing devices, such as mobile phones, laptops, PCs, tablets, etc. Simply signup and install the KrispCall app from the PlayStore or Appstore.
Powerful standard PBX system features
Take advantage of every PBX feature with 01242 telephone numbers from the KrispCall mobile app. Take advantage of enhanced calling features in business for effective call management, such as Number Sharing, Call Blocking, Call Monitoring, Call Forwarding, Call Transfer, Phone Trees (IVR), and many more.
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Areas of Application for Area Code 01242 Phone Number

Use 01242 area code phone numbers for both private and professional purposes. Manage your private and professional communications according to your needs. Work and communicate like a professional to leave an impression on your customers.

Employees’ second phone number

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Maintain the professionalism of your business by assigning second phone numbers to employees. Benefit from the 01242 phone numbers for business and personal communication purposes.

For business phone systems

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Use Cheltenham area code 01242 in your business phone systems to represent your brand as local among Cheltenham residents. Using UK phone number 01242 helps save unnecessary expenses on business communications.

Cloud Call Center

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Minimize your outbound call rates with 01242 area code numbers in your call center software. Use 01242 area code numbers to set up a call center without having to set up heavy equipment.

Marketing and Sales

For proper marketing and sales

Utilize 01242 vanity phone numbers for targeting the locals and businesses in Cheltenham and its surrounding areas. Provide an excellent customer response rate to boost sales.

Other areas of application

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Use 01242 Area Code phone numbers anywhere you need to make and receive calls, send and receive text messages, or MMS. From personal use (social media to location tracking) to SMB sectors to large enterprises.

How to get a 01242 Area Code Phone Number Online?

Purchasing 01242 Area Code Phone Numbers takes only a few minutes with KrispCall. In minutes, you can follow the steps to obtain an area code 01242 phone number. All you need is a valid payment detail.

Create a KrispCall account and log in to your dashboard.
Select the UK from the country list and enter 01242 in the advanced filter & search.
Pick a number from the list and purchase the number.
Make payment after you've selected the number.
Submit your documents for verification if required.
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What is the 01242 area code?

The 01242 area code is a telephone number located in Cheltenham, UK.  It covers Gloucestershire County including Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve, Winchcombe, Andoversford, Alderton, Coberley, Withington, and many other towns and villages.

Country United Kingdom
County Gloucestershire
Major Cities Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve, Winchcombe, and Andoversford
Time Zone GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Telephone Number Format +44 (01242) XXX XXXX
Dialling Code 01242

Where is area code 01242 located?

Area code 01242 is located in Cheltenham, UK and its surrounding regions. It includes Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve, Winchcombe, Alderton, Coberley, Andoversford and several towns and villages in Gloucestershire County.

Is area code 01242 a scam or legit?

It could be a scam if you don’t purchase area code 01242 from a reliable provider. Scammers often use free virtual numbers with the area code 01242. Always purchase phone numbers with the 01242 area code from reliable companies like KrispCall.

How to know who called me from the 01242 area code?

Anyone with a hold of a 01242 area code phone number can make an outbound call. It can be a legitimate business call or even a scam call. Always look over their online presence and do some background checks on the caller using the information provided on the call.