WA Suspicious Snapshot
Total Reports
6,509
Unique Numbers
3,977
% of National
4%
30-Day Change
+4%
Last updated: 2 March 2026
Reported Suspicious Phone Numbers in Western Australia (WA)
Community-classified suspicious phone number intelligence for Western Australia, aggregated from first-hand resident reports. Perth metropolitan region accounts for the majority of reported suspicious activity in WA, followed by Wanneroo and Karratha growth corridors.
WA vs National Comparison
Western Australia accounts for 4% of national suspicious reports. Suspicious activity in WA increased 4% over the past 30 days, while national activity declined 21% over the same period.
This comparison provides analytical context for understanding whether WA reporting trends are tracking, outpacing, or lagging behind the national baseline. View the national suspicious report for full cross-state analysis.
Suspicious Activity by Locality
Suspicious phone number reports distributed across Western Australia localities.
Latest Suspicious Reports in WA
Most recently reported suspicious phone numbers from Western Australia community submissions.
| Phone Number | Locality | Risk Level | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| (08) 6288 6368 | Perth | Medium | 28 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 9566 5467 | Pinjarra | Low | 27 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6289 0277 | Perth | Low | 26 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6285 1016 | Perth | Low | 26 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6186 5522 | Perth | Medium | 21 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6289 3987 | Perth | Medium | 21 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6243 3434 | Perth | Low | 21 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6255 8074 | Perth | Low | 20 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6289 0234 | Perth | Low | 20 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6288 9703 | Perth | High | 20 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6263 9489 | Perth | High | 20 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6288 7553 | Perth | Low | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6255 7023 | Perth | Medium | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6255 8065 | Perth | High | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6285 1013 | Perth | Medium | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6289 5160 | Perth | Low | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 5107 4377 | Newman | Low | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6385 7716 | Perth | High | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6255 8057 | Perth | Medium | 19 Feb 2026 |
| (08) 6285 8860 | Perth | Medium | 19 Feb 2026 |
Risk levels are dynamically calculated based on cumulative report frequency and classification signals within the community reporting network.
Most Reported Suspicious Numbers in WA
Top 20 in WA · Last 30 DaysThese numbers have received the highest concentration of suspicious reports from Western Australia residents, ranked by cumulative community report volume.
All top-reported numbers originate from the 08 prefix range.
Suspicious Patterns in Western Australia
WA-Specific Suspicious Narratives
Community reports from Western Australia indicate suspicious 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 — Western Australia suspicious reports broadly track national trends with state-specific volume variations
- Metropolitan concentration — The majority of reports originate from Western Australia's urban centres, consistent with population density effects
- Prefix distribution — Activity spans mobile (04) and landline prefixes associated with Western Australia's area codes
These narratives align with concentrated activity across the 08 prefix range in the greater Perth region. Activity is most concentrated in Perth metropolitan exchanges (08), with secondary clustering observed across Wanneroo and Karratha.
How to Report Suspicious Numbers in WA
If you have received a suspicious call in Western Australia, reporting helps protect other residents by building community intelligence and accelerating classification convergence.
- Scamwatch (ACCC) — National scam reporting and awareness
- ACMA — Australian telecommunications regulator
- Consumer Protection WA — Western Australia consumer protection (1300 30 40 54)
- Reverseau — Community-driven reporting to strengthen classification intelligence for WA
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 Western Australia residents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do about a suspicious call in Western Australia?
Do not return calls to unfamiliar numbers exhibiting suspicious patterns. If the caller claims to represent an organisation, verify independently using officially published contact details. Report the number to help build community intelligence for WA.
Are silent calls dangerous?
Silent calls typically indicate automated number validation — systems dial numbers to confirm which are active. While not immediately dangerous, they often precede targeted scam campaigns. Report silent calls to help build pattern intelligence.
Why do I keep getting missed calls from Western Australia numbers?
Single-ring missed calls from 08 numbers may be part of a callback scam or automated number validation. Operators use these techniques to confirm active numbers before launching targeted campaigns. Avoid returning calls to unfamiliar numbers and report them to help build WA community intelligence.
This intelligence is derived from community-submitted reports within Western Australia 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 Consumer Protection WA.