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Darlington Building Society: Savings reviews

4.90
Based on 12,458 reviews, last reviewed 25th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Nominated Account Understood my query advised solution & advised when resolved all within 10 minutes Reviewed on: 25th 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 (12458)

In branch service review

5
Friendly, Helpful staff giving good advice, made me feel very welcome. Reviewed on: 3rd October 2025

In branch service review

5
Chrissy who I spoke to was very nice to talk to and explained everything clearly. The room I was in was warm and it was a cold day. Reviewed on: 3rd October 2025

In branch service review

5
Friendly, Helpful, convenient branch. Maybe longer opening times would be the only improvement. Reviewed on: 3rd October 2025

In branch service review

5
Professional service and knowledgeable. Reviewed on: 3rd October 2025

In branch service review

5
Nothing I don't think its just me I don't understand paper work. Sorry. Reviewed on: 3rd October 2025

Had trouble finding correct ISA transfer form online...

5
Had trouble finding correct ISA transfer form online, Customer services forwarded form by email. Very helpful, Reviewed on: 2nd October 2025

Telephone assistance call

5
Received a telephone call from Simon literally seconds after completing a form for a call/appointment as I was having difficulty completing a request form to open a one year bond. Reviewed on: 2nd October 2025

Experienced Excellent service in branch.

5
Experienced Excellent service in branch. Reviewed on: 2nd October 2025

Friendly atmosphere, good products

5
Friendly atmosphere, good products Reviewed on: 2nd October 2025

Savings account options and cash arrangements

5
Simon sorted everything and gave me the next steps to get me what I needed. A very good service and I would highly recommend. Reviewed on: 2nd October 2025

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