Edinburgh 0131 Area Code Virtual Phone Numbers

Perfect if you need to appear larger or more geographically specific to your callers.

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Our 0131 virtual landline numbers start from just £9.99 per month.

With a Connect virtual Edinburgh number, anyone calling your local 0131 number will assume you have a local presence. It’s a straightforward way to present a professional business phone number, even if you’re operating outside the city.

Areas covered

The 0131 dial code covers many parts of the Edinburgh telephone area, including:

Portobello, Morningside, Musselburgh, Newington, Fountainbridge, Donaldson, Pentland, South Queensferry, Maybury, Davidson’s Mains, Colinton, Loanhead, Abbeyhill, Corstorphine, Liberton, Granton, Kirkliston, Dean, Dalkeith, Wester Hailes, Craiglockhart, Fairmilehead and Leith.

Calls to an Edinburgh 0131 virtual number will cost the caller the same as calling any other edinburgh area code phone number. You’ll benefit from using local phone numbers that help you connect with customers in real time. Our 0131 telephone numbers are ideal for businesses looking to appear established in the local market.

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Edinburgh Facts and Figures

  • Population: 486,000
  • Region: Lothian, City of Edinburgh
  • Postcode Area: EH
  • Dialling Code: 0131
  • Capital city of Scotland
  • The Castle and old town of Edinburgh is built on an extinct volcano.
  • The Royal Mile should actually be called the Royal Mile and 107 yards
  • With 112 parks, Edinburgh has more trees per head of population than any other UK city

Edinburgh

Why Choose a Phone Number with a 0131 Area Code in Edinburgh?

Registering a phone number with a 0131 area code allows you to establish a strong local presence in Edinburgh—a city where history intersects with modern innovation. From its medieval Old Town to its bustling financial district, Edinburgh provides a thriving environment for business. A local number makes it easier for customers in the city and surrounding areas to reach you, adding a personal touch that builds trust.

Benefits of a Local Edinburgh Phone Number

  • Builds Trust: A phone number with a 0131 area code signals your commitment to the local community, enhancing credibility.
  • Improves Accessibility: Local numbers simplify communication for customers across Edinburgh and Scotland.
  • Enhances Efficiency: Features like call recording and mobile phone integration streamline communication management.

Edinburgh: A Hub for Professionals and Innovation

Edinburgh boasts one of the UK’s highest concentrations of professionals, second only to London. With a growing tech sector and strong financial services, the city is central to Scotland’s “Silicon Glen”. Choosing a phone number with a 0131 area positions your business within this thriving ecosystem and connects you to the region’s numerous SMEs.

Strategic Location for Business

Edinburgh’s location makes it a convenient hub for business travel and networking:

  • 632 km north of London.
  • 511 km northeast of Cardiff.
  • 211 km southeast of Belfast.

Its accessibility ensures a steady flow of corporate activity, making it an ideal setting for conferences, meetings, and partnerships.

Why a 0131 Phone Number Matters

A local 0131 area code phone number offers more than just connectivity. It:

  • Strengthens relationships with local customers.
  • Signals your local presence to potential clients.
  • Enhances your communication with features like voicemail and call integration, which are cost-effective for business operations.

Establishing a phone number with a 0131 area code helps you tap into Edinburgh’s dynamic business community, build trust, and attract potential customers across Scotland.

Edinburgh (0131) Number Format

As with most geographic area codes in the UK, 0131 needs to be followed by seven further digits so: 0131 XXX XXXX.

When calling Edinburgh from outside the UK then the initial “0” needs to be dropped and replaced with the UK international dial code of +44.

So if calling Edinburgh from Sweden, for example, you should dial +44 131xxx xxxx or 0044 131xxx xxxx.

Map showing areas covered by 0131 code

Other UK Geographic Numbers Available

Our most popular geographic virtual numbers:

  • 0114 Sheffield
  • 0113 Leeds
  • 0131 Edinburgh
  • 0191 Tyneside
  • 023 Southampton & Portsmouth
  • 0116 Leicester
  • 024 Coventry
  • 028 Northern Ireland
  • 029 Cardiff
  • 0115 Nottingham
  • 0118 Reading
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