Keep your 01702 Landline Number - But Without a Contract
Don’t want to lose your Southend on Sea landline number but no longer need a physical home phone? With Number People, you can keep your number and stay connected, without any need for a traditional landline or expensive contract. Whether you're moving house, cutting costs, or just no longer use a physical phone, we’ll help you keep your 01702 number and forward calls directly to your mobile, VoIP phone, or even app.
- It’s the number that people already know and use
- No wires, no setup - just simple call forwarding
- Works with mobile, VoIP or even app-based calls
- Makes sense when downsizing or moving away
- Your Southend on Sea number can move with you!
Unlimited Call Forwarding
Unlimited Call Forwarding for your new number for just £10 per month*
International Call Forwarding
Get a UK number which can be forwarded virtually anywhere in the world
Make Outbound Calls
Make outbound calls using your new number as your caller ID
Speedy set-up
With no hassle or fuss you can quickly activate a telephone number of your choice with no upfront payment
Low call rates
Divert to landlines for 1½ppm. Mobiles for just 7ppm. 0800 numbers cost an additional 7½ppm.
Pre-pay
Top up as and when you need to, or opt for your balance to be topped up automatically – it’s up to you!
No contract
No contract ties, commitments or initial payment required
Mobile portal
Make instant changes, view balance, top up and add more numbers via our mobile portal
Free trial
No initial payment required – test your number for free before you need to top up
Who Is This For?
- Long-time Southend on Sea landline users who still want to be reachable by their old number
- People ditching the landline but keeping a number for relatives
- People leaving the area who want to stay connected locally
- Anyone who wants cheaper bills but the same trusted number
- Those saying goodbye to the line rental - but not the number
- Customers looking for a low-cost way to hold on to their number and wanting to try a Virtual Landline Number
How It Works
- Pick a 01702 number or bring your existing one across
- Forward calls to your mobile, landline or VoIP – wherever suits you
- Manage everything online, including voicemail and call settings
- No contract, no equipment, just simple call forwarding
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Other reasons to get an virtual phone number FREE from Number People
Switch Your Landline for a Virtual Landline Number – Keep Your 01702 Number
No hardware, no hassle. Just simple and easy call forwarding to your mobile or VoIP.
FAQs: Keeping Your Southend on Sea Landline Number
Q: Do I need to keep a physical landline or home phone?
A: Not at all. Your number becomes virtual, so there’s no equipment needed – it just forwards to your chosen phone.
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Q: Where will my calls go once I set it up?
A: That’s totally up to you. With your Virtual Landline Number, you can forward calls to a mobile, VoIP line, landline, or even straight to voicemail when you need a break.
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Q: Can I still use the number for things like GP appointments or bank calls?
A: Yes - from the caller’s side, nothing changes. It works just like a regular landline.
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Q: Can I keep my current Southend on Sea number?
A: In most cases, yes. We can usually port your number across - just get in touch and we’ll confirm it for you.
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Q: What if I only need it for a short time?
A: No problem. There’s no contract and no commitment, so you can cancel anytime with zero hassle.
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