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Community reports for 03 8804 5753 (0388045753): 18 reports of silent calls, robocalls, and suspicious contact with no voicemail left. Optus local number in Victoria.
Silent Calls and Robocall Reports for 03 8804 5753
03 8804 5753 (also written as 0388045753) has generated 18 community reports predominantly featuring silent calls and robocalls. This Optus-allocated local number in Victoria shows a consistent pattern of incoming contact with no meaningful interaction or voicemail messages left. Four separate contributors reported silent calls where the line disconnected immediately upon answering, while one report described receiving an automated recording before the call dropped.
The behaviour associated with 0388045753 is characteristic of either automated calling systems or deliberate hang-up tactics. Of the 18 reports, nine came from missed calls where no voicemail was left, suggesting systematic calling without intent to communicate. This pattern raises concern that 03 8804 5753 may be testing active phone numbers for targeting in later scam attempts.
What Callers from 03 8804 5753 Do
Most interactions with 03 8804 5753 involve either complete silence or immediate disconnection. Three contributors who answered the call reported the caller simply hung up without speaking. One contributor specifically noted the call sounded like an automated recording before disconnecting, indicating potential robocall infrastructure.
One report stands out: a contributor who answered 0388045753 reported being asked vague questions about their income in a call that felt suspicious. The caller provided no identification or clear purpose, and the contributor correctly avoided sharing personal information. This incident suggests 03 8804 5753 may sometimes escalate from silent calls to information-gathering attempts.
Call Patterns and Contributor Experience
Contributors reported receiving calls from 03 8804 5753 across multiple months spanning from late 2024 through March 2026, indicating sustained activity rather than isolated incidents. The majority of calls went unanswered or were missed, with timestamps ranging from early morning to mid-morning hours. Several contributors noted that no voicemail was ever left, and many have now blocked 0388045753 after the repeated contact.
One contributor described the number as "not local" and suspected a marketing operation, while others simply blocked the number after missing calls without additional context. The consistency of the silent-call pattern across numerous reports suggests automated dialling rather than targeted scam activity, though the single income-inquiry report indicates potential escalation risk.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 8804 5753
If 03 8804 5753 calls you:
- Do: Let it go to voicemail and do not answer if you don't recognise the number
- Do: Block 0388045753 immediately if calls persist
- Do: Check your phone bill for any premium-rate charges or unusual activity after receiving calls
- Do not: Return the call, as this confirms your number is active and may increase unwanted contact
- Do not: Answer follow-up calls or provide any personal or financial information if the caller speaks
- Do not: Share details like income, employment, or banking information to unknown callers from 03 8804 5753
Register with the Do Not Call Register
If you believe 03 8804 5753 is conducting telemarketing or unwanted commercial calls, you can lodge a complaint with the Australian Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. The Do Not Call Register maintains a list of numbers that have requested not to receive telemarketing calls, and businesses that continue calling after registration can face penalties.
How to Report 03 8804 5753
If you receive unwanted calls from 03 8804 5753 or 0388045753, report the number to these Australian resources:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - Report unwanted calls, robocalls, and silent calls
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - If you suspect fraud or scam activity
- Reverseau: Help the community by reporting your experience with 03 8804 5753 on this page
- Your phone provider (Optus): Contact Optus directly to report the number and request additional call-blocking options
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What Our Users Reviewed
Sounded like a recording, hung up
Asking about my income, felt dodgy, didn't share anything, strange vague questions
I received a missed phone call from (03) 8804 5753 and they did not leave a message so I have now blocked this number.
Missed call from 03 8804 5753, no message left, blocked it
Didn’t answer.
Didn’t answer.
No message left, not local, marketing ploy
They just hung up
Reported as scammer
Didn't recognize the number so didn't answer
Hung up right away with no interaction
Got a call, no voicemail left
Answered but no response, they hung up
Got a call, no message left, no idea who
no voicemail left, suspicious
Got a call, no message, from out of state
Although an unknown number, I answered. Background noise was evident, but no-one spoke so I presume the caller to be a scammer. I've blocked the number.
caller asked if I was over or under 58. I said over and they hung up. unprofessional and weird
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What should I do if 03 8804 5753 keeps calling me?
Block 0388045753 immediately on your phone. If the calls persist after blocking, contact your service provider (Optus) to request advanced call filtering. Multiple contributors have blocked this number after repeated silent calls, which is the most effective action you can take.
Why is 03 8804 5753 calling and hanging up?
Four separate reports describe 0388045753 hanging up immediately when answered, and one mentioned a robotic recording before disconnection. This pattern is typical of automated calling systems testing whether numbers are active or of deliberate hang-up tactics used to list numbers for resale to other scammers.
Is 03 8804 5753 a scam number?
Most reports about 0388045753 involve silent calls and missed calls with no voicemail, classified as nuisance or uncertain contact. However, one contributor reported receiving suspicious questions about income from this number without proper identification, suggesting potential escalation to information-gathering. Treat any future calls cautiously and do not share personal information.
Should I answer or return a call from 0388045753?
No. Do not answer calls from 03 8804 5753 if you don't recognise the number, and definitely do not return the call. Returning the call confirms your number is active and may increase unwanted contact. Let calls from 0388045753 go to voicemail.
Why isn't a voicemail left from 03 8804 5753?
The absence of voicemail messages from 0388045753 is deliberate. Nine of the 18 reports noted no voicemail was left. This behaviour is consistent with automated calling systems or number-testing campaigns where the caller has no intention to communicate a message.
Can I report 03 8804 5753 to stop the calls?
Yes. Report 0388045753 to the ACMA at acma.gov.au for unwanted calls and robocalls. If you believe it's telemarketing, register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. You can also report the number here on Reverseau to help other Australians recognise it, and contact Optus directly to request call-blocking services.