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Darlington Building Society: Savings reviews

4.90
Based on 12,464 reviews, last reviewed 9th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Helpful and friendly Efficient, friendly and gave helpful advice for future transactions. Reviewed on: 9th 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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About this product

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 (12464)

In branch service review

5
Have been with DBS for many years and have always been satisfied with the service provided. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
I have been with Darlington for over 20 years. I feel that the loyalty I get is amazing. The staff are happy and friendly and they help with any issues. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Very happy with the rates and transfer process. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

4
Would like a passbook given with the fixed rate products. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Like being with the Darlington. Staff are patient and happy to help - I feel like a human here, not just a number. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Happy we were able to deal with things over the phone. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Happy with rates but would prefer a passbook with my account. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

1
Tried for some time to rollover my ISA(45) into ISA(90) but kept hitting a brickwall. Called into Middlesbrough and Redcar who didn't seem to have time for me. Simon at your main office was very helpful and patient but it seems that we still got it wrong. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Meghan was very helpful and informative regarding the accounts I was interested in. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

In branch service review

5
Friendly with up-to-date information. Reviewed on: 15th November 2024

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