01572 area code
Oakham
The 01572 area code is for Oakham and the surrounding area.
Locations using 01572 numbers include:
- Belton
- Cottesmore
- Manton
- Morcott
- North Luffenham
- Oakham
- Thistleton
- Uppingham
- Wymondham
Most numbers using the 01572 area code are normal Oakham landlines but be aware that, as is the case for all UK area codes, such numbers may also be used for services without any physical link to the area. (More info)
01572 area code information
| Area code: | 01572 |
| Location: | Oakham |
| Ceremonial county: | Rutland |
| Call costs: | Normal landline rate |
| Local number length: | 6 digits |
| Number format: | 01572 xxxxxx |
| International number format: | +44 1572 xxxxxx |
| Number shortages predicted: | No |
| Last code change: | April 1995 (previously 0572) |
Area code history
Oakham's original area code was 0023. This lasted until 1968 when the code was changed to 0572, as part of a nationwide plan to free up numbers starting 00 for other purposes.
The 0572 code eventually became 01572, following a renumbering programme that took place across the UK during April 1995.