Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) reviews
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People rate this company as Excellent based on 1,538 product reviews
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Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) is loved for its friendly, helpful staff and quick, easy loan process that really supports families and individuals. The savings options, especially the Christmas savings, are a hit for making budgeting less stressful. Some find the interest rates a bit steep and wish for more flexible loan approvals.
Positive themes
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Loans are quick, easy to apply for, with friendly and helpful staff.
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Savings accounts are easy to use with friendly staff and helpful advice.
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Loans help families manage expenses with affordable repayments and no judgement.
Negative themes
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Some find the interest rates on loans high considering repayments come from child benefits.
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A few mention slow loan approvals or long waits for funds causing frustration.
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Occasionally some staff responses could be nicer or less condescending.
About Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)
Northern Community Bank has made saving and borrowing easy and accessible since 1982.
They believe managing your money should be simple and fair. No hidden fees, no unnecessary hurdles, just straightforward financial services that put account holders in control of their money.
Anyone who lives or works in Burnley, Pendle, Ribble Valley, Preston, Lancaster, or the county of Cumbria can become an account holder with Northern Community Bank.
If you have used Northern Community Bank, please share your experience and leave a review to help others.
Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union) at a glance
Reviews for Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)
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I put in a application for a family loan topup on th...
I put in a application for a family loan topup on the app.. and was sorting and approved within 24 hours and in my bank..... I put in a application for a family loan topup on the app.. and was sorting and approved within 24 hours and in my bank.. brilliant service again.. and the staff are brilliant who do an amazing job. Read more Read less
Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)
The team were more than happy to help me.
The team were more than happy to help me. Its a very quick and easy application process. The affordable repayment plans ensure I do not... The team were more than happy to help me. Its a very quick and easy application process. The affordable repayment plans ensure I do not borrow above my means which I think helps more than anything. Read more Read less
Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)
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5.00/5
Brilliant
Always good to at responding quickly
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5.00/5
savings fir a rainy day
Community news keeps me up to date
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5.00/5
Very helpful and very quick to get bk to yu about lo...
Very helpful and very quick to get bk to yu about loan application
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5.00/5
The family loan is brilliant
The family loan is offset against child benefit. Its excellent and you cant default. Easy to apply for. Decision made really quick. The app is... The family loan is offset against child benefit. Its excellent and you cant default. Easy to apply for. Decision made really quick. The app is simple to use. Ive recommended ot to lots of friends Read more Read less
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5.00/5
Fast processing and good communication.
Fast processing and good communication.
Products from Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)
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Loans
by Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)Northern Community Bank, offer loans from £150 to £15,000, with repayments tailored to suit your financial situation. Offering £500 Family Loan and Savings Scheme is an option too. Account holders...
Loans
by Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)Northern Community Bank, offer loans from £150 to £15,000, with repayments tailored to suit your financial situation. Offering £500 Family Loan and Savings Scheme is an option too. Account holders...
Savings
by Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)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...
Savings
by Northern Community Bank (formerly Pennine Community Credit Union)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...
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