| State | Delaware |
|---|---|
| Timezone | Wilmington |
| Is Area Code 302 Toll Free? | No |
| Major Cities | Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Bear, Middletown, Hockessin, Smyrna, Milford, Claymont, Seaford |
It is quite disturbing receiving calls from unknown numbers with unfamiliar area codes. There are lots of area codes being used in the country and it is normal not to know about some of it. Where is this call coming from? Is it safe to take the call? These are the most common questions we would have in my mind whenever we receive unknown calls. One of the many area codes we have is area code 302. And below we addressed what you need to know about this area code.
What is area code 302 and what location could it be coming from?
Area code 302 is one of the area codes created by North American Numbering Plan (NANP) in 1947 for the state of Delaware. It is the only area code used in the state that cover enough for more than 400,000 households.
Some of the major cities covered by area code 302 in the U.S. State of Delaware are Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Bear, Middletown, Hockessin, Smyrna, Milford, Claymont, Seaford. Other large cities include Brookside, Glasgow, Pike Creek Valley, Pike Creek Valley, North Star, Elsmere, Edgemoor, New Castle, Millsboro, Laurel, Harrington and more.
Is area code 302 a scam?
Mobile phone users are increasing nowadays as well as scammers and prank callers are improving in their deceiving tactics. Sometimes, these scammers will pretend to be someone from the institution or company that you applied for loan or credit. They are going to ask your information and extract your personal details.
Do not fall easily for these type of scammers. If you don't remember anything that you acquired or applied for loan from certain banks or institutions then better drop the call and block the number. If they will mention that they are from certain company then take note of it and run a search on the internet. If you can't find any details about them then better yet do not entertain them anymore.
How to block unwanted calls from area code 302?
iPhone
- Visit recent call logs
- Find the number and tap on the "i"
- Click "block this caller"
Android
- Open recent call logs
- Click on "details"
- Tap "block number"
Is area code 302 toll free?
Area code 302 is one of the 86 original codes created in the NANP covering the U.S. State of Delaware and is not a till free number. Charges may apply when making calls locally or internationally.
Charges may apply per minute or via certain monthly subscription of a call/text plan from telecommunications company. You can inquire to telecommunications company regarding their plans or packages to know more about their services.
In Conclusion
The best way to avoid getting scammed is to never answer unfamiliar or unknown calls or texts. If you have no idea where the call or text coming from, better not to answer any of it. If it keeps on bugging you, just follow the ways we mentioned above.
