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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
Have been a member with DBS for 52 years. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Darlington Building Society Yarm have been very helpful with lovely staff - would definitely recommend. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Fantastic service, have been a member for a long time. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Like the locality, branch hours and friendly, helpful staff. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Extremely friendly and good customer service. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Excellent service from the Darlington as usual. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Nothing comes to mind that needs improving. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Tom was extremely pleasant, helpful and efficient. A credit to the DBS. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
I have used the Yarm Darlington branch for over 20 years and I definitely highly recommend the branch. Customer service is amazing, exceeding my expectations everytime. Whatever questions I have had over the years, the staff have always been able to help me. They are very friendly but also professional. Tom has helped me change to a different account and also helped my son with his accounts. Tom was very knowledgeable and supportive. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

In branch service review

5
Excellent customer service from Tom. Everything was explained well, friendly service. No pressure and a pleasure doing business with you. Reviewed on: 26th February 2024

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