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- Suspicious
Community reports for 08 9311 6470 (0893116470) show mixed activity: one silent call pattern and one legitimate Blackwood & Sons business contact.
Silent Call Reports for 08 9311 6470
The number 08 9311 6470 (also written as 0893116470) has received two reports with notably different outcomes. One contributor experienced repeated silent calls over several days, a pattern commonly associated with callback scams or automated dialling systems testing active numbers. However, another contributor who rang back the same number reached Blackwood & Sons quoting department, suggesting the number may belong to a legitimate Western Australian business.
This mixed reporting pattern indicates 0893116470 could be either a business line being used for outbound dialling, or the number may have been spoofed by a silent call operation. The contrast between the silent call experience and the legitimate business callback is significant for understanding what 08 9311 6470 actually represents.
What Callers from 08 9311 6470 Did
One contributor reported that 08 9311 6470 called multiple times over the course of a week, but when answered, the line remained silent with no response from the caller. No demands were made, no message left, and no indication of the caller's intent. The contributor did not report any follow-up activity after blocking or ignoring the calls.
In contrast, when another person rang back 0893116470 to identify the caller, they reached a quoting department for Blackwood & Sons, a business operation. This suggests the outbound calls attributed to 08 9311 6470 may have originated from a legitimate business line, though the silent nature of the calls remains unexplained.
Report Patterns and Context
The two reports about 08 9311 6470 span different time periods and communication channels. The silent call report was logged in July 2023, while the legitimate business callback was reported more recently in November 2025. Both reports involve a Western Australian Telstra local service number.
Silent call patterns like those reported for 0893116470 typically indicate one of three scenarios: an auto-dialler testing for active numbers, a legitimate business with poor outbound call protocols, or number spoofing by a scam operation using a real business number as cover. The callback verification performed by one contributor helped narrow the possibilities, though it does not entirely rule out spoofing.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 9311 6470
If 08 9311 6470 calls you and the line is silent:
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, do not speak or respond to silence
- Do: Block the number immediately if calls repeat
- Do: Consider ringing back during business hours to verify if it's a legitimate business (as one contributor did)
- Do not: Press keys or respond to silence, as this may flag your number as active to callback scammers
- Do not: Return the call if you feel unsafe or uncertain about the caller
If you ring back 0893116470 and reach a business, note the name and ask why they called. Legitimate businesses should have clear explanations. If the business denies making the calls, the number may have been spoofed.
How to Report 08 9311 6470
If you experience silent calls from 08 9311 6470 or suspect the number has been spoofed:
- Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au - they investigate silent and nuisance calls
- Report the number to the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au if you wish to lodge a formal complaint
- If you believe the number has been spoofed, contact Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of the calls
- Share your experience on Reverseau by reporting the number and describing what happened when you answered or rang back
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What Our Users Reviewed
Rang back and got Blackwood & Sons quoting department, seems legitimate
Called me several times over the past week but stays silent when I answer
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 08 9311 6470 call and then stay silent?
One contributor reported this exact pattern with 0893116470 - repeated calls followed by silence when answered. This is typically either an auto-dialler system testing for active numbers (often associated with callback scams), or a legitimate business with poor outbound call management. When another contributor rang back 08 9311 6470, they reached Blackwood & Sons quoting department, suggesting the number may be legitimate but misused or spoofed.
Is 08 9311 6470 a legitimate business number?
Possibly. One contributor confirmed that ringing back 0893116470 connected them to Blackwood & Sons quoting department in Western Australia. However, the silent calls from this number remain unexplained. The number could be legitimate but used for auto-dialling, or it could be spoofed by a scammer using a real business number as cover. Always verify by calling back during business hours if you feel safe doing so.
Should I answer calls from 0893116470?
That's your choice, but there's low risk in answering if the pattern is simply silent calls. However, do not speak, confirm your presence, or press any keys if the line is silent - this flags your number as active to potential scammers. If 08 9311 6470 keeps calling, it's safer to block it and let calls go to voicemail.
What does the 08 prefix tell me about this number?
The 08 9311 6470 number is a Western Australian local service operated by Telstra. The 08 prefix covers Perth and regional WA, so any caller using 0893116470 is likely based in or calling from that region. This helps verify whether Blackwood & Sons is genuinely WA-based, which aligns with the callback verification one contributor performed.
How many people have reported 08 9311 6470?
Two contributors have reported this number so far. One experienced repeated silent calls from 0893116470 over a week, while another rang back and reached a legitimate business contact. With only two reports, the pattern is still emerging, so if you receive calls from 08 9311 6470, consider adding your experience to help build a clearer picture.
What should I do if 08 9311 6470 calls me repeatedly?
First, do not answer or respond to silence from 0893116470. Block the number in your phone settings to stop calls. If silent calls continue from different numbers with the same pattern, report to ACMA at acma.gov.au. If you want to identify the caller, you can ring back 08 9311 6470 during business hours, but only if you feel safe doing so. Share your experience on Reverseau to help others recognise the pattern.