Reported Spam Phone Numbers in Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Community-classified spam phone number intelligence for Australian Capital Territory, aggregated from first-hand resident reports. Canberra metropolitan region accounts for the majority of reported spam activity in ACT, followed by Paddys River and Lawson growth corridors.

ACT Spam Snapshot

Total Reports
1,386
Unique Numbers
897
% of National
1%
30-Day Change
-43%

Last updated: 2 March 2026

ACT vs National Comparison

Australian Capital Territory accounts for 1% of national spam reports. Spam activity in ACT declined 43% over the past 30 days, while national activity declined 15% over the same period.

This comparison provides analytical context for understanding whether ACT reporting trends are tracking, outpacing, or lagging behind the national baseline. View the national spam report for full cross-state analysis.

Latest Spam Reports in ACT

Most recently reported spam phone numbers from Australian Capital Territory community submissions.

Phone NumberLocalityRisk LevelReported
(02) 5110 8245 Canberra Medium 26 Feb 2026
(02) 5120 7841 Canberra Low 4 Feb 2026
(02) 6188 6985 Canberra Medium 3 Feb 2026
(02) 6140 6502 Canberra High 2 Feb 2026
(02) 6190 6750 Canberra Low 22 Jan 2026
(02) 6190 9398 Canberra Medium 21 Jan 2026
(02) 6189 3899 Canberra Low 20 Jan 2026
(02) 6190 9397 Canberra High 15 Jan 2026
(02) 5119 8182 Canberra Medium 14 Jan 2026
(02) 6190 9383 Canberra Medium 6 Jan 2026
(02) 6190 9395 Canberra Low 5 Jan 2026
(02) 6189 9750 Canberra Medium 24 Dec 2025
(02) 5110 8737 Canberra Medium 19 Dec 2025
(02) 6189 9623 Canberra High 11 Dec 2025
(02) 6189 9734 Canberra Medium 11 Dec 2025
(02) 6190 9378 Canberra Medium 3 Dec 2025
(02) 5110 8368 Canberra Low 2 Dec 2025
(02) 6189 9734 Canberra Medium 30 Nov 2025
(02) 6190 9361 Canberra Medium 27 Nov 2025
(02) 6190 9361 Canberra Medium 27 Nov 2025

Risk levels are dynamically calculated based on cumulative report frequency and classification signals within the community reporting network.

Most Reported Spam Numbers in ACT

Top 20 in ACT · Last 30 Days

These numbers have received the highest concentration of spam reports from Australian Capital Territory residents, ranked by cumulative community report volume.

All top-reported numbers originate from the 02 prefix range.

Spam Patterns in Australian Capital Territory

ACT-Specific Spam Narratives

Community reports from Australian Capital Territory indicate spam phone number activity consistent with national patterns, adjusted for the state's population distribution and telecommunications infrastructure. Reported numbers are monitored for classification convergence as community data accumulates.

  • National pattern alignment — Australian Capital Territory spam reports broadly track national trends with state-specific volume variations
  • Metropolitan concentration — The majority of reports originate from Australian Capital Territory's urban centres, consistent with population density effects
  • Prefix distribution — Activity spans mobile (04) and landline prefixes associated with Australian Capital Territory's area codes

These narratives align with concentrated activity across the 02 prefix range in the greater Canberra region. Activity is most concentrated in Canberra metropolitan exchanges (02), with secondary clustering observed across Paddys River and Lawson.

How to Report Spam Numbers in ACT

If you have received a spam call in Australian Capital Territory, reporting helps protect other residents by building community intelligence and accelerating classification convergence.

  • Scamwatch (ACCC) — National scam reporting and awareness
  • ACMA — Australian telecommunications regulator
  • Access Canberra — Australian Capital Territory consumer protection (13 22 81)
  • Reverseau — Community-driven reporting to strengthen classification intelligence for ACT

Each community report contributes to faster classification convergence. Even if a number has already been reported, additional submissions from different experiences strengthen the intelligence layer and improve accuracy for all Australian Capital Territory residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I stop spam calls in Australian Capital Territory?

Register on the Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au), enable carrier call-blocking features, and avoid engaging with automated calls. Reporting persistent spam to Reverseau helps other ACT residents identify high-volume campaigns.

Why do I get spam calls from ACT numbers?

Many spam campaigns use VoIP technology to display local ACT numbers as caller ID, even when originating from elsewhere. This CLI spoofing technique makes it difficult to distinguish spam from legitimate local calls.

Are 1300/1800 spam calls legal?

While some 1300/1800 telemarketing is legitimate, calls to numbers registered on the DNCR are prohibited. However, exemptions exist for charities, political parties, and research organisations. Report persistent unwanted calls through official channels.

Why am I receiving spam calls from Australian Capital Territory landline numbers?

Spam operators often use local 02 landline numbers to increase answer rates, as recipients are more likely to pick up calls from recognised area codes. These numbers may be VoIP-generated or purchased in bulk from number pools. Registering on the DNCR and reporting persistent spam helps build community intelligence for ACT.

This intelligence is derived from community-submitted reports within Australian Capital Territory and represents collective classification rather than legal determination. All data is processed in accordance with Reverseau’s classification methodology, which prioritises transparency and consensus-based assessment.

For official telecommunications safety advice, refer to the ACMA, Scamwatch (ACCC), and Access Canberra.

Data coverage: 2014–Present · Last reviewed: 2 March 2026 · Source: Community-submitted reports · Scope: Australian Capital Territory, Australia