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Ecology Building Society: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.85 (583 reviews)

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4.85

Based on 583 reviews, last reviewed 8th Aug 2026

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Latest highest rating:

5

Opened two accounts with them and the whole process... Opened two accounts with them and the whole process was excellent, speedy and user friendly. Cannot think of any negatives at all. Speed of transactio... Read more Reviewed on: 8th August 2026

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Awful online presence Outdated online offering, way to longwinded application process, living in the pst Reviewed on: 4th April 2022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 have savings accounts that can be opened with just £10.

When you save with Ecology Building Society, your money helps bring affordable, eco-friendly homes to life and supports community projects that put people and planet first. You can manage your savings via the Ecology Building Society app.

Ecology Building Society savings reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Ecology Building Society before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Ecology Building Society Savings reviews (583)

Review of the Ecology Building Society, Savings:

Ethical in every way

We have saved with Ecology for years, knowing that our money will be used for good. Reviewed on: 2nd February 2023

I've been with Ecology since the very beginning and...

I've been with Ecology since the very beginning and have always found them helpful, in addition to being one of the most ethical banks/building societies Reviewed on: 13th March 2026

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Ginnie. It means a lot to hear from someone who has been with Ecology for so long. We're so grateful for your continued support and pleased that you've consistently found our team helpful over the years. Thank you for recognising our commitment to ethical and sustainable finance. Members like you are a big part of Ecology's journey! Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 17th July 2026

I have been with Ecology for decades!

I have been with Ecology for decades - since the days of hand written passbooks and envelope re-use labels to post cheques! The shift to the online portal has been efficient, offering straightforward and secure savings. Knowing my savings are used for good is important, and knowing I can add to them or withdraw easily is also important. Ecology succeeds on all those fronts. Highly recommend, saving for my children's future isn't just about saving in an account, it's about ensure they have a planet to inherit too. Reviewed on: 13th March 2026

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Stuart. It means a lot to hear from someone who has been with Ecology through the days of handwritten passbooks right through to our newer online services. We're pleased the move to our online service has made managing your savings easier, while staying true to the values that brought so many Members to Ecology in the first place. Your comments about saving for future generations really resonate with us. Thank you for being part of Ecology's journey for so many years. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

I absolutely trust the Ecology Building Society.

I absolutely trust the Ecology Building Society with my savings and hopefully, in the future, with a mortgage. They are very responsive to any questions that I have, and I highly vaue their focus on ethical systems, and community building. I choose the Ecology Building Society over all other banks and building societies to safeguard my money and use it in an ethical manner. Reviewed on: 24th February 2026

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Helen. Trust is something that's earned, so your comments mean a great deal to us. We're pleased you've found our team responsive and that our focus on ethical finance and community continues to resonate with you. Whether through savings or, one day, a mortgage, we're proud to support Members like you who want their money to make a positive difference. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

20 years a customer

I've been with the Ecology for over 20 years, and always glad to be a customer. One of the very few financial institutions that has a genuinely ethical and responsible approach. No gimmicks or special offers, just simple savings products with decent interest rates. In the past, the online banking was cumbersome, but it's now fine. So good to know your money is supporting other people who need loans to buy, build and renovate properties, rather than going to pay banker bonuses. Also a small company based here in Yorkshire, so what is not to like. Reviewed on: 2nd June 2025

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Nick. We're grateful for your support over the last 20 years. It's great to hear that our ethical approach and the positive impact of Members' savings continue to resonate with you. Since your review, we've continued to develop our digital services, including launching a new online service and mobile app, with Member feedback helping to shape those improvements. Thank you for being part of Ecology. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

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 development). Savings: Good value for money, ISAs have good savings rate in line with other providers. Reviewed on: 11th April 2025

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Stefan. We're pleased to hear you've been happy with your savings account and ISA. You mentioned hoping we'd launch an app, and we're happy to say that's now a reality. Since your review, we've introduced both a new online service and mobile app, with Member feedback helping to shape these improvements. Thank you for choosing Ecology. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

ethical, and excellent customer service

I have always had helpful and friendly interactions when i have contacted customer services. It is reassuring o know that my savings are being used ethically. Reviewed on: 1st April 2025

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review. It's lovely to hear that you've consistently found our team helpful and friendly. We believe good service and transparency about how Members' savings are used should go hand in hand. Thank you for recognising the importance of ethical savings and for being part of Ecology. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

My experience

Staff answer calls promptly, are helpful and friendly - real people! The Society has a policy to ensure the ratio of salaries between staff and CEO/management are fairer than most societies although the ratios are not as good as they were, which is a shame. Reviewed on: 31st March 2025

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Sally. We're pleased to hear you've found our team friendly, helpful and easy to reach. Being able to speak to real people when you need support remains an important part of what we offer. Thank you, too, for recognising our commitment to fairness and doing things differently. Member interests sit at the heart of our decisions as a mutual building society. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

Ethical Consumer gives the EBS an ethiscore of 100%.

Ethical Consumer gives the EBS an ethiscore of 100%. Where we put our money is one of the most powerful ways we have of changing the world, so that's really important. Reviewed on: 31st March 2025

Reply from Ecology Building Society Thank you for your review, Ajay. We're pleased to hear that our ethical approach is important to you. We agree that where we choose to put our money can have a real impact, which is why we focus on supporting lending for sustainable homes and projects with positive environmental and social outcomes. Thank you for choosing Ecology. Olivia, Ecology Team Response date: 27th August 2026

A small building society with big ambitions

I joined in 2022 and have been impressed with both their value for money and their approach to making the world a better place ever since. Even the AGM was fun! Reviewed on: 4th March 2025

Easy to deal with and an ethical provider.

Easy to deal with and an ethical provider. A happy customer. Reviewed on: 4th March 2025

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