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Darlington Building Society: Savings reviews

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
It's local and I'm able to manage it not online, being able to talk face-to-face person. Better opening hours could be better if you work. Try and reduce account pack. Staff have your interests at heart and are very knowledgeable. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Your wonderful staff - friendly, professional service. Very sad that the special occasion saver accounts are no more. Looking forward to accounts that are as good. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Local office. Nicola was very helpful and professional. Appointment was easy to make. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Friendly staff, good environment, happy to recommend. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Friendly and efficient. Felt very comfortable. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Excellent customer service - a pleasure in today's society of such quality. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025

Booked an appointment but i took unwell and phoned t...

5
Booked an appointment but i took unwell and phoned to cancel simon answered all my questions and give me lots of helpful advice about savings accounts over the phone as I don't do online banking Reviewed on: 4th July 2025

Excellent caring service provided by Simon McCabe.

5
Excellent caring service provided by Simon McCabe. Very patient, excellent sharing of his expertise. Excellent ambassador for Darlington Building Society. Reviewed on: 4th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Great that it is still on the high street, lovely staff. Reviewed on: 4th July 2025

In branch service review

5
Very helpful member of staff. Went through everything very clearly. Reviewed on: 4th July 2025

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