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Rating: 4.91 (587 reviews)

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4.90

Based on 587 reviews, last reviewed 13th May 2025

2000% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

94%

2 star

Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent ethos, service, and UI with the website. Excellent ethos, service, and UI with the website. Simple process and reliable organisations. Reviewed on: 13th May 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

I wrote a review about their terrible payday service... I wrote a review about their terrible payday service and using c and l collections it’s time they stopped providing any services to vulnerable people ... Read more Reviewed on: 8th October 2024

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Great Western Credit Union offer three different loans – an Advantage Loan, a Consolidation Loan or a Personal Loan.

You can borrow between £100 and £15,000 and there are no hidden fees or charges.

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Great Western Credit Union Loans reviews (587)

Great loan company, quick and easy to apply, no hidd...

Great loan company, quick and easy to apply, no hiddens charges. Reviewed on: 27th April 2025

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excellent costomer service on calls and great online service and friendly on call center i even knows a maneger answer my calls and recognise my voice through phone calls. Reviewed on: 22nd April 2025

Good on Service but Interest Rates could come down

Satisfied with service overall but, given their customer base are struggling to make ends meet, Credit Union interest rates on loans should be reduced over time to match reputable bank loans (respectable banks are charging around 6% 2025) Reviewed on: 21st April 2025

Great Western Credit is for everyone!

Great western credit have helped me and many people I know in our times of struggles. With the cost of living crisis still having its impact. They offer reasonable loans for everyday people. GWC also have a great customer service team, who are straight talking and overly helpful in any way they can be. Reviewed on: 18th April 2025

I have had loans & an easy saver account which I fin...

I have had loans & an easy saver account which I find very useful when trying to save for birthdays etc....loan repayments are manageable. Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

Very easy process, quick answer with super friendly...

Very easy process, quick answer with super friendly and professional staff! A fair interest rate and affordable monthly repayments. A real live saver during a difficult time!! An all round positive experience. Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Naomi! Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really pleased to hear that you found the process easy and the team friendly and professional. It’s great to know we could support you during a difficult time. We’re always here to help, and we really appreciate you being part of GWCU. Best wishes, Emily Response date: 13th May 2025

I applied for a loan and was offered a loan the proc...

I applied for a loan and was offered a loan the process was fairly easy to do I received my money straight away which was great as I had an unexpected bill to pay I was very happy and pleased with the service I received Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

Friendly, efficient, and understanding.

Friendly, efficient, and understanding. Haven’t a bad word to say as of yet. Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

You have always been helpful and friendly and easy t...

You have always been helpful and friendly and easy to talk to, would recommend you to all my family and friends Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Gail Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear you’ve found our team helpful, friendly, and easy to talk to. Your recommendation means a lot to us, we’re proud to support you and appreciate you being part of GWCU. Best wishes, Emily Response date: 13th May 2025

Great western have been amazing and made my life so...

Great western have been amazing and made my life so much easier with being able to borrow and also save massive. They really are incredible Reviewed on: 17th April 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Cally! Thank you for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that GWCU has made things easier for you and that you’ve been able to both borrow and save with us. It’s wonderful to know the service has made a real difference—we really appreciate your kind words and your continued support. Best wishes, Emily Response date: 13th May 2025

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