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Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union): Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.868359927852822581 (233 reviews)

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4.87

Based on 233 reviews, last reviewed 20th Jun 2026

5600% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

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Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent service on my doorstop My wife has had a savings account with them for years so I decided to do the same for our holidays etc, the staff are great and help you go through ev... Read more Reviewed on: 20th June 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

Forever paying interest off... Never pay the interest off paying too much apr every week it’s not even taking my loans I’ve had off them down , 5 loans of £560 , paying £24 every ... Read more Reviewed on: 15th August 2025

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At Northern Community Bank, saving is 'easy and simple'.

There are no account fees, no annual charges, and no need to set up direct debits or standing orders.
Whether you’re putting away a little or a lot, you can save up to £85,000, protected by the FSCS.

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Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Savings reviews (233)

Excellent service on my doorstop

My wife has had a savings account with them for years so I decided to do the same for our holidays etc, the staff are great and help you go through everything and also explain things like loans etc just incase, I’d recommend anyone use NCB and you can also transfer money at anytime which is great if you need cash urgently Reviewed on: 20th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Vincent, What a great review – thank you! We’re so glad we could help, and we really appreciate the recommendation. Response date: 22nd June 2026

Saving with Northern Community Bank is easy and thei...

Saving with Northern Community Bank is easy and their interest rate is excellent. I am saving towards funeral costs, to help my family, and this is the best, most affordable way to save. Also, should I need to, I can take out an affordable loan against my savings. Reviewed on: 19th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Jennifer, Thanks for the 5-star review – we really appreciate it and we’re so glad you had a great experience with us! Response date: 19th June 2026

Brilliant

Always able to help best thing I did joining always polite and understanding Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Whitney, Thanks so much for your lovely feedback! We’re really glad we could support you when you needed it. Response date: 19th June 2026

Staff members are welcoming and supportive throughou...

Staff members are welcoming and supportive throughout being with them it has helped me save something I found difficult to do also it’s easy to use app is easy to use for everyone Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Natalie, Thanks for taking the time to share your experience – we’re so pleased to hear it was a positive one. Feedback like this helps us keep improving, so we really do appreciate it. Response date: 19th June 2026

Customer service

Very friendly and helpful staff in the Colne branch Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Lynn, Thanks so much for your lovely feedback – we’re really glad you had a good experience. Our team always aims to keep things friendly, fair and easy for our account holders Response date: 19th June 2026

Great for Savings

I have 3 savings scoounts with Northern Community Bank and find it's a great way to save for christmas, holidays and long term savings. Its also useful should I ever need a lian. I've the app and find it excellent and easy to use. Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Gill, We really appreciate your kind words and continued support. Thank you for choosing us! Response date: 19th June 2026

Great Savings

I have a savings account with a great interest rate Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi John, We really appreciate your kind words and continued support. Thank you for choosing us! Response date: 19th June 2026

Local banking for local folk

I use the Colne branch and have saved with them since being introduced to the bank by my mum. Fabulous helpful staff and we are so lucky to have a facility like this to serve our local community.A human with a smile who can explain products is worth everything..... They even rang me up to tell me I left my keys on the counter once! Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi SJ C, Your feedback has made our day – thank you! We really appreciate your kind words and continued support. Thank you for choosing us! Response date: 28th May 2026

Why bank anywhere else.?

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Consistently good dividends. Quick, easy access to my accounts. Good range of accounts. Supports the local community. Communicates very well with account holders. Wouldn’t bank anywhere else. Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi JEC, Thanks for the 5-star review – we really appreciate it and we’re so glad you had a great experience with us! Response date: 28th May 2026

top class

been with pccu 15years superb staff and very efficient. Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Reply from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) Hi Brendan, We really appreciate your kind words and continued support. Thank you for choosing us! Response date: 28th May 2026

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