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4.90
Based on 12,462 reviews, last reviewed 2nd May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

ISA lady Had a great chat with Charlotte very nice to talk to . Explained everything in detail and plain English a joy to talk to. Reviewed on: 2nd May 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 (12462)

In branch service review

5
Very good. Served straight away by pleasant girls. Reviewed on: 8th July 2025

In branch service review

4
Access online not very easy to do transactions online. Reviewed on: 8th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Convenient and easy, only account �1 deposit to open that has consistent access, wanted 7 day notice. Reviewed on: 8th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Needed to condense my savings accounts into one for ease and also open new ones for PoA. Everything sorted efficiently and quality to my wishes and satisfaction. Reviewed on: 8th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Everything fine, been with the Society numerous years and have always been happy with the service. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Service is always good and pleasant. Patient with questions and dithering. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Tom was excellent with his presentation. He is an asset to the DBS. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Good experience. Like to have a passbook. Like a local branch. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Please bring back the special occasion save account. Because this account is what brought me to DBS in the first place. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Excellent customer service. Always have time to explain any queries. Very friendly and welcoming. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

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