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UK Scam Call Statistics

Our community is fighting back against phone scams

Scammers

Scams Identified

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On average, every 18 minutes in the UK

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Current Scam Tactics

Government

HMRC Tax Refund Scam

Callers pretending to be from HMRC claiming you’re owed a tax refund. They ask for personal and bank details to process the refund.

First Reported: 15/05/2024
Parcel

Amazon Prime Subscription

Callers claim your Amazon Prime subscription has been renewed at a higher rate and need your details to cancel or refund.

First Reported: 22/04/2024
Bank

Bank Security Alert

Callers pretending to be from your bank’s fraud department claiming suspicious activity on your account.

First Reported: 10/05/2024

Recent Community Reports

Today’s Activity

Identifying Suspicious Texts

Scammers increasingly use text messages to bypass call blockers

Common Text Scams

Fraudulent texts often appear to be from banks, delivery companies, or government agencies. They may:

  • Request immediate action to “verify” your account

  • Include shortened links to fake login pages

  • Claim you’ve won prizes or competitions you didn’t enter

Tip: Never click links in suspicious texts. Instead, search the number on our platform to see if others have reported it.

How We Can Help

Our reverse number search works for text messages too. Simply enter the number that texted you to:

  • Check

    See if others have received similar messages

  • Check

    Identify common scam patterns

  • Check

    Report suspicious texts to protect others

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Beware of Common Scam Tactics

Knowledge is your best defense against phone scams

Warning

Red Flags to Watch For

  • Urgency & Threats: Scammers create false emergencies claiming you owe money or face legal action.

  • Personal Information Requests: Legitimate companies won’t ask for sensitive details over the phone.

  • Remote Access: Never download software like AnyDesk – banks will never ask for this.

  • Unfamiliar Numbers: Be cautious of calls from foreign numbers or VoIP services.

Community

Our Community Protects You

We despise scammers. They ruin lives and cause immense stress. Our free service helps you identify suspicious callers based on shared experiences from thousands of users.

One of the most effective ways to spot scam calls is by checking numbers reported by our community. See who called you and share your experiences to help others.

Remember: Not all unknown calls are scams – but it’s always wise to verify before engaging.

Common Scam Tactics We’ve Identified

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Claims to be a family member needing money due to emergency

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Automated systems mimicking human interaction

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Too-good-to-be-true offers (free phones, huge discounts)

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Claims about computer viruses or internet issues

Protect Yourself & Others

Report Scams

If you’ve been targeted, report to Action Fraud to help authorities track scammers.

Reduce Unwanted Calls

Register with the Telephone Preference Service to block marketing calls.

Never Call Back

Premium numbers (starting with 09, 070, 087) can cost up to £100 per call. Always search first.

How Our Community Works

Together we’re making the UK safer from phone scams

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Search a Number

Enter any suspicious phone number to check if it’s been reported as a scam.

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See Community Reports

View details about the number including scam type, frequency, and user comments.

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Report New Scams

Help others by reporting new scam numbers and sharing your experience.

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