Area Code 1237 – Bideford
The phone area code for Bideford is 1237 (international format +441237). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 1237
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📍 Geographic Location of Bideford
Overview of Area Code 01237
Area code 01237 is a geographic telephone code in the United Kingdom, specifically assigned to the town of Bideford and its surrounding areas in North Devon, England. It falls under the UK's national numbering plan, administered by Ofcom, and is used for fixed-line (PSTN) and VoIP services. The code covers a predominantly rural and coastal region, including villages such as Appledore, Instow, Northam, and Westward Ho!, as well as parts of the Torridge district.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The 01237 code serves the Bideford exchange area, which is part of the Torridge local government district. Bideford itself is a historic port town on the River Torridge, while nearby towns like Great Torrington and Barnstaple (which uses 01271) are served by different codes. The coverage area extends along the North Devon coast and inland, encompassing both residential and business premises.
Dialing Formats and Usage
For local callers within the UK, the number is dialed in full as 01237 XXX XXX, where the first '0' is the trunk prefix. For international callers, the number must be dialed as +44 1237 XXX XXX, omitting the leading zero. For example, a local number 01237 472000 would be dialed as +44 1237 472000 from abroad. Calls to 01237 numbers are typically charged at standard geographic rates, though some providers may include them in inclusive minutes.
Numbering and Overlay Considerations
As of the latest Ofcom data, there is no overlay code for the Bideford area, meaning 01237 is the sole area code for this region. The numbers are 10 digits long when including the area code (excluding the trunk prefix). Subscribers can keep their numbers when moving between fixed-line operators, subject to number portability rules.
Caller Instructions
UK callers should always dial the full 01237 number, even if calling from within the same area, to ensure proper routing. International callers must replace the leading zero with the +44 country code. For those using VoIP or mobile services, the same dialing rules apply, but it is advisable to check with your service provider for any specific access codes or charges.