Location
Greenville, NC
Reported numbers
20
Reports in last 7 days
0
Reports in last 30 days
1
Last activity
Jun 6, 2026

About area code 252

Area code 252 is commonly associated with Greenville, NC. The most common report type in this area code is unknown, with 1436 reports. Users submitted 1 reports related to this area code in the last 30 days.

What people report about area code 252

Recent reports for area code 252 are mostly about unknown callers, and many users also describe the calls as suspicious. A common pattern is a vague or unhelpful voicemail that still leaves the call feeling untrustworthy.

Suspicious or scam-like Unknown callers Asked to call back Repeated calls Vague or missing voicemail
“Tel: +1 (252) 701 3868 Is this a scammer? Please advise”
“Calls from this source this week total 5, 3 on home phone, 2 on cell phone. Woman’s recorded voice tells me a Play Station and a headset have been purchased on my pre approved W...”

What stands out about area code 252

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 252, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block. Recent reporting activity is still present, although the overall volume is more limited. The page also has usable geographic context through Greenville, NC, which helps users decide whether a call looks locally relevant or completely unfamiliar.

Should you answer calls from area code 252?

Because many reports on this page involve unknown callers and suspicious behavior, the safest option is usually to let unexpected calls go to voicemail first and verify the number before responding.

  • Do not trust caller ID alone.
  • Search the full phone number before calling back.
  • Be careful with callers who create urgency or ask for payment.
  • Never share card details, banking data, passwords, or verification codes with an unknown caller.
  • If the call is legitimate, the caller will usually leave a clear voicemail.

Approximate location

Area code 252 is commonly associated with Greenville, NC. The map below shows an approximate location reference and may not represent the full coverage area.

Reported call types

Type
Reports
Share
Unknown
1,436
96.6%
Scam suspicion
37
2.5%
Silent call
4
0.3%
Valid
4
0.3%
SSN scam
2
0.1%
Survey
2
0.1%
IRS scam
1
0.1%

Popular prefixes in area code 252

252-594

Numbers: 180 Reports: 187
Last activity: May 1, 2023

252-400

Numbers: 71 Reports: 72
Last activity: Apr 20, 2022

252-242

Numbers: 42 Reports: 52
Last activity: Mar 19, 2021

252-513

Numbers: 40 Reports: 41
Last activity: Apr 24, 2026

252-656

Numbers: 39 Reports: 40
Last activity: Jun 14, 2022

252-370

Numbers: 38 Reports: 39
Last activity: Apr 13, 2022

252-501

Numbers: 37 Reports: 37
Last activity: Mar 13, 2023

252-300

Numbers: 28 Reports: 28
Last activity: Feb 20, 2022

252-429

Numbers: 23 Reports: 24
Last activity: Apr 13, 2022

252-392

Numbers: 15 Reports: 19
Last activity: May 4, 2022

252-818

Numbers: 19 Reports: 19
Last activity: Jan 10, 2022

252-315

Numbers: 2 Reports: 17
Last activity: Sep 21, 2022

Recently reported numbers

How to check if a call is legitimate

This page gives area-code-level context, but the exact number still matters more. Use the reports, recent activity, and voicemail details together before deciding whether to respond.

  1. Search the exact phone number, not just the area code.
  2. Review recent reports and call type patterns.
  3. Check whether the caller left a clear voicemail with a name and reason for calling.
  4. Do not trust threats, payment demands, or urgent account warnings without independent verification.
  5. Contact banks, delivery firms, insurers, courts, or government agencies through their official websites or phone numbers.

FAQ about area code 252

Where is area code 252 located?

Area code 252 should be treated as a general reference point, not proof of the caller's exact location.

Why do so many calls from area code 252 seem suspicious?

Recent reports for area code 252 are mostly about unknown callers, and many users also describe the calls as suspicious. A common pattern is a vague or unhelpful voicemail that still leaves the call feeling untrustworthy.

What can prefix 252-594 tell me?

Reports are spread across several active prefixes within area code 252, which suggests the activity is not limited to one isolated number block.

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