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Rating: 4.91 (570 reviews)

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4.91

Based on 570 reviews, last reviewed 11th Apr 2025

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Ecology Online Banking Only gave 4 stars because of the Online Banking, which is not the most up-to-date system. (There is not yet an app, but I believe this is in developme... Read more Reviewed on: 11th April 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

Awful online presence Outdated online offering, way to longwinded application process, living in the pst Reviewed on: 4th April 2022

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Ecology Building Society Savings reviews (570)

Review of the Ecology Building Society, Savings:

Proud to have been one of the first investors in 1981

I was one of the first investors in the Ecology Building Society in 1981, and have been a saver ever since. The Society has grown, but the staff are as ready to engage as they were when I was a Foundation Share Holder. The AGMs are always a highlight with guest speakers and reinforce how much good the Ecology does to improve and finance interesting community and private developments. Reviewed on: 1st October 2024

Supporting individuals and cooperatives

I am very happy to save with ecology. I have both personal savings and the housing cooperatives I am involved with have been understood and supported with mortgages by ecology building society. We appreciate them taking the time to understand cooperative ownership as so many other large lenders do not understand cooperatives and ndo not provide suitable suitable options. The customer service is very good and they are a genuinely competitive option for saving, which is a joy of mutuals. Reviewed on: 26th December 2024

The best of both worlds

It is a privilege to be able to save knowing that my money is being used to benefit others - and a happy bonus that ecology customer service is always helpful and friendly. Reviewed on: 24th December 2024

Don't change

I wanted a more ethical business to save with and I have been with the Ecology since they were founded. I have had excellent service. The phones are answered promptly and money can be moved with minimum fuss. Staff are always helpful and friendly. I hope they stay ethical, personal and small. I particularly liked the salary ration structure (so CEO and senior staff are not way above those who do so much of the work) albeit this has been diluted more recently. Reviewed on: 24th December 2024

I would recommend Ecology Building Society to anyone

I have been really impressed by Ecology Building Society. They are clear, transparent and straightforward. And when you communicate with them you speak to a real person who actually gets your situation. They were there for me this year when I needed them. I would definitely recommend them to anyone, especially those who want to have a positive social impact. Reviewed on: 24th December 2024

Really please to use Ecology for my monthly savings...

Really please to use Ecology for my monthly savings - great to know it is being used for purposes that strongly align with my values. Reviewed on: 1st December 2024

Great place for Cash ISAs.

I've been saving with ISA's for over 30 years with Ecology. Interest rates are competitive but what I really like are the unique AGMs and hearing about all the positive environmental activities. Reviewed on: 29th November 2024

Savings for good - slow but steady!

The Ecology Building means savings are invested in positive change- although it’s definitely ‘slow banking’ over things like withdrawals, changing address, paper statements etc, this is a positive thing for me - my savings stay earning interest because I can’t quickly dip into them ! It takes 1-2 days. Customer service on the phone is good - they arranged an end of day Faster Payment when it was flagged for security, within 2hrs for house move. Good interest rates, only improvement is an app which is coming soon! Reviewed on: 29th November 2024

Ethical, and so Supportive !

I love saving with a building society that does specific, practical things for the environment, and for housing (both so badly needed). Ethical - no investments in bombs or fossil fuels! The people who work for it are lovely! When I ring up to ask questions, I always get patient, friendly help and clear answers. Sure, the interest rate offered is modest - but this is outweighed by the peace of mind Ecology Building Society offers its customers. Reviewed on: 10th November 2024

Genuinely Ethical

I first opened an account with Ecology Building Society in the 1990s, and only closed the account because I needed the money, so when I again had some savings I opened a new account a few years ago. I prefer to deposit my savings with a company I am confident will use it wisely. I am convinced the EBS are committed to protecting our precious environment and they would never knowingly invest my money in anything unethical. Reviewed on: 4th November 2024

Get your money to do some good !

I've been with Ecology BS for over a decade; have always been v happy with their customer service and general comms. Although I could maybe be getting a better rate elsewhere, I know the money I've invested with them is doing good work to tackle the nature and climate crisis, investing in projects that make a difference. This makes me happy. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

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