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4.90
Based on 12,461 reviews, last reviewed 30th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Simon was brilliant Simon was brilliant after I outlined my health problems and carried out my instructions efficiently and swiftly to transfer funds into a one year fixe... Read more Reviewed on: 30th April 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

Inconvenient and inaccessible at customer cost! After an initial positive experience with DBS, I am shocked that since Jan 2026 they no longer have card machines in their buildings!? This makes it i... Read more Reviewed on: 17th April 2026
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There’s a range of savings accounts to choose from at Darlington Building Society.

Savings account options include fixed rate bonds, easy access and notice accounts.

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Darlington Building Society Savings reviews (12461)

In branch service review

5
The fact it is still a building society and not a bank, I could apply on a written form by post - I do not do online. A present member assured me the staff were helpful and friendly on the phone - pleased to say that was my experience too. Reviewed on: 28th July 2025

In branch service review

4
Thank you that you listened to me and agreed I could continue to make transactions by post. Reviewed on: 28th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Very informative and felt comfortable opening account with all information provided. Reviewed on: 28th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Tom was professional, considerate, caring and ensured I had a good understanding of the different accounts and the best advice for me. Reviewed on: 28th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Friendly helpful staff members in High Row branch, Darlington. Reviewed on: 28th July 2025

In branch service review

5
I like that you have a local branch, so much easier to do accounts and more friendly. Reviewed on: 25th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Staff always helpful, pleasant and good at explaining everything. Reviewed on: 25th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Great staff who are always helpful and professional. Nothing is ever too much trouble. It is always a pleasure to pop into the branch. Reviewed on: 25th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Ethos of the society, staff are always friendly. Reviewed on: 25th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Helpful, knowledgeable, all completed in one interview, good. Reviewed on: 25th July 2025

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