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Great Western Credit Union reviews

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Rated Excellent • 4.78/5

Great Western Credit Union reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 1,893 product reviews

Average score of 4.78/5
5 star
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4 star
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Reviews for Great Western Credit Union have trended positively over the past 90 days

Great Western Credit Union makes borrowing and saving straightforward and stress-free with friendly, helpful staff and clear communication. Their loans have fair rates and flexible repayments, which many find affordable even with poor credit. Some find the application process quick, but a few mention delays or unclear requirements around child benefit payments.

Positive themes

  • Great Western Credit Union loans are easy to apply for with friendly, helpful service.
  • Loans have fair interest rates and affordable repayments at Great Western Credit Union.
  • Great Western Credit Union savings are easy to open and simple to manage.

Negative themes

  • Some found loan approval slow or unclear about child benefit requirements.
  • A few reviewers were disappointed by loan amounts offered being less than requested.
  • Some had trouble with the app or online portal needing phone support.
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About Great Western Credit Union

Great Western Credit Union is the new name for Bristol Credit Union and Wyvern Savings and Loans. It is a credit union, a member-owned organisation that aims to help local people save money and can also lend money at affordable rates and terms. If you're a member of Great Western Credit Union we'd love to hear your feedback. Please share your Great Western Credit Union review to help others find out more about this mutual.

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Showing 11 of 1893 company reviews • Last reviewed within 7 days

Quick and easy to set up, will update review once I'...

Loans • 11th May 2026

Quick and easy to set up, will update review once I've received the loan.

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Rated Excellent • 5/5
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Very good thank you I’m very happy

Loans • 11th May 2026

Very good thank you I’m very happy

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Rated Average • 3/5
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  • 5/5

    Great advisors to help.

    Great advisors to help. Still waiting to get the money but so far seems an excellent company

    {"display":"Missy H","full_name":"Missy H","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Missy H 11th May 2026
  • 4/5

    It was good overall and happy

    Filling the phone was quite easy and straightforward and overall it was good and old services were good and all the help I got

    {"display":"Amal a","full_name":"Amal a","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Amal a 10th May 2026
  • 5/5

    request for a loan

    I needed a loan of a large amount, GWCU was thorough quick in checking details vital for the loan to take place.

    {"display":"Carol","full_name":"Carol","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Carol 8th May 2026
  • 5/5

    it was easy and straight forward and very fast

    it was easy and straight forward and very fast

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    Loans
    kane 8th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Excellent quick and trustable will be member for yea...

    Excellent quick and trustable will be member for years and years

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    Loans
    Vlad Cornak 8th May 2026
  • 4/5

    I’ve had a great experience with them even when I ha...

    I’ve had a great experience with them even when I had a month where I had unexpected expense. They were fully understanding and let me... I’ve had a great experience with them even when I had a month where I had unexpected expense. They were fully understanding and let me have a payment holiday. Highly recommended. Read more Read less

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  • 5/5

    Credit...

    I first time,but easy understand.

    {"display":"Iveta","full_name":"Iveta","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Iveta 7th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Non discriminatory company with simple straightforwa...

    Non discriminatory company with simple straightforward application process. Would highly recommend

    {"display":"Jamie Parker","full_name":"Jamie Parker","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/uploads\/avatars\/users\/1251861.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Jamie Parker 7th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish.

    Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. Friendly, professional, and really helpful throughout the whole process. Everything was explained clearly, communication was great, and they... Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. Friendly, professional, and really helpful throughout the whole process. Everything was explained clearly, communication was great, and they made things quick and stress-free. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for reliable and efficient service Read more Read less

    {"display":"Shannon V","full_name":"Shannon V","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Loans
    Shannon V 7th May 2026

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