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Darlington Building Society: Savings reviews

4.90
Based on 12,457 reviews, last reviewed 17th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent service from Vicky I spoke to Vicky who assisted with my LPA registration. She also provided me with all the information I required within 24 hours Reviewed on: 17th 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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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 (12457)

In branch service review

5
Local to me and always good service. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

In branch service review

5
Excellent customer service and Sue was very helpful in explaining about the different accounts. There is never a rush to get anything checked/sorted-out which is also very good. I don't think anything needs improving really. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

In branch service review

5
There's a question! I like the friendly family like support that is always readily available. I confess I liked the earlier premises (on the corner) but I see why you have moved nearer the heart of the town. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

In branch service review

5
Staff friendly, helpful and explain finances clearly. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

In branch service review

5
I got an appointment the next day, excellent customer service. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

Contacted DBS to enquire how to draw some money to p...

5
Contacted DBS to enquire how to draw some money to pay for a house improvement venture. I was guided through online banking by a helpful gentleman called Simon McCabe. I was able to transfer money into my current account without having to drive a 40 mile round trip from where I live. Reviewed on: 5th March 2024

In branch service review

5
Absolutely charming and professional service. Reviewed on: 4th March 2024

In branch service review

5
Easily understood and explained well. Very professional. Reviewed on: 4th March 2024

In branch service review

5
Really friendly - explained everything at my level. Very helpful. Reviewed on: 4th March 2024

In branch service review

5
The lady who we met with was very polite and chatty and gave us all the information we needed and more. Reviewed on: 4th March 2024

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