This is the primary telephone area code for Middlesbrough and surrounding areas in the Tees Valley.
How to Call Middlesbrough from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 44 (UK country code)
- Dial 1642 (Middlesbrough area code without the leading 0)
- Dial the 6-digit local phone number
Example: Calling Middlesbrough from the US
011 44 1642 555 123
Where:
011 = US exit code
44 = UK country code
1642 = Middlesbrough area code (drop the leading 0)
555 123 = 6-digit local Middlesbrough phone number
Quick Facts
Middlesbrough Area Code Coverage
This area code covers Middlesbrough and key surrounding districts:
01642 - Central Middlesbrough
Town Centre, Middlehaven, Bohemia
North Middlesbrough
Linthorpe, Acklam, Marton
South Middlesbrough
Nunthorpe, Ormesby, Berwick Hills
East Middlesbrough
Stainton, Thornton, Coulby Newham
West Middlesbrough
Easterside, Park End, Hemlington
Tees Valley Core
Industrial and residential zones served by 01642
Major UK Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling UK
When calling Middlesbrough from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Canada
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Japan
010
China
00