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Great Western Credit Union: Loans reviews

Name: Loans
Rating: 4.73 (2057 reviews)

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4.73

Based on 2,057 reviews, last reviewed 24th Sep 2026

20% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% decrease in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

90%

Latest highest rating:

5

Great rate and easy process Applying for a loan was quick and easy. I was offered a great rate and the whole process was straightforward with no problems at all. I'd definitely r... Read more Reviewed on: 24th September 2026

Latest lowest rating:

2

Good jdjjd Good good Reviewed on: 2nd July 2026

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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 (2057)

Very good and easy experience and easy to apply for...

Very good and easy experience and easy to apply for loans Reviewed on: 6th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Luke, It's really good to hear everything felt easy and straightforward, especially when it came to applying for your loan. We're really pleased the whole process felt simple for you from start to finish. We really appreciate you taking the time to share this and thank you for choosing GWCU. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Quick easy and fast, calling was easy and staff was...

Quick easy and fast, calling was easy and staff was really helpful on the end of the phone any issue was resolved really quick, Reviewed on: 5th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Charlie, It's great to hear everything felt quick and easy for you, and that getting through on the phone was straightforward when needed support. Lovely to know the team were helpful and able to get things sorted quickly for you. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, great to hear things worked smoothly with your loan. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Quick , easy , friendly & professional , will try to...

Quick , easy , friendly & professional , will try to help where they can Reviewed on: 5th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Annalisa, It's great to hear your experience felt quick, easy friendly and professional, that's exactly the level of service we strive for. Really nice to know the team have been there to help where they can with your loan, and that it's all felt straightforward for you. Thanks for taking the time to share this. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Really good and quick with loans

Really good and quick with loans Reviewed on: 5th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Chloe, Thanks for your lovely feedback. Knowing we could provide a quick loan and make the process a positive one is wonderful to hear. We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Great , quick and easy , great that instructions are...

Great , quick and easy , great that instructions are given makes it alot easier Reviewed on: 5th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Amberleigh, It's lovely to hear you found everything quick and easy. We're especially pleased the instructions helped make the process clearer and easier to follow, that's exactly what we hope for when members are applying. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. It's wonderful to know it made a difference. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Always amazing customer service.

Always amazing customer service. Any issues fixed there and then Reviewed on: 4th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Brenna, What a lovely review to receive. Knowing you can rely on the team to be there when you needed them and get things sorted quickly is exactly the kind of experience we hope every member has. Thank you for your lovely review. It really means a lot to know you've had that experience with us. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

I always struggled getting loans, but this company i...

I always struggled getting loans, but this company is absolutely amazing! They are so compassionate too! Reviewed on: 4th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Rebecca, Thank you for sharing this. Hearing that you felt supported after finding it difficult to get a loan elsewhere really means a lot to us. Knowing you felt treated with compassion as well as supported is something we're really proud of. Wishing you all the very best and thank you for choosing GWCU. Sepi Response date: 5th July 2026

Good transactions no more to be said

Good transactions no more to be said Reviewed on: 4th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Kelsey, We love a review like this! It's great to know everything has gone smoothly, and we really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Wishing you all the very best. Sepi Response date: 7th July 2026

Really great customer service and support

Really great customer service and support Reviewed on: 4th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Aimee, What a lovely review, thank you. It's so nice to hear the team made a positive difference and gave you the support you needed with our loan. We really appreciate you sharing your experience. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 7th July 2026

Straight forward service with fast decision.

Straight forward service with fast decision. Very well organised and favourable rate. Reviewed on: 4th June 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi D J, Knowing the whole process was well organised and easy to follow is fantastic to hear. We're also delighted the quick decision and competitive rate made your experience an even better one. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us and thank you for choosing GWCU. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 7th July 2026

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