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Great Western Credit Union: Loans reviews

4.83
Based on 1,110 reviews, last reviewed 11th Jan 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Easy to apply, quick response. Easy to apply, quick response. The loan application was really straightforward and GWCU customer service is excellent with responsive staff and good c... Read more Reviewed on: 11th January 2026
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Robin L

Latest lowest rating:

1

Not reliable, not clear on the website and can't get... Not reliable, not clear on the website and can't get through to speak with someone Reviewed on: 9th December 2025
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Alexann Lewis

About this product

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.

Great Western Credit Union personal loan reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Great Western Credit Union before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Great Western Credit Union Loans reviews (1110)

Review of the Great Western Credit Union, Loans:

I applied for the loan and 72 hours later the full a...

5
I applied for the loan and 72 hours later the full amount was in my bank. Can't get better than that. Interest rates are also very low Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025
Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Andrew Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that your loan was processed promptly and met your expectations. It's also great to hear that you're happy with our rates - we always aim to be reasonable. If you ever need help with anything again, GWCU will be here to support you! Thanks again Robin Response date: 23rd May 2025
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its was very good fast and easy thank you

5
its was very good fast and easy thank you Reviewed on: 14th December 2025

Great service

5
Good and brilliant experience overall Reviewed on: 14th December 2025

Excellent company.

4
Excellent company. Very helpful people Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Great finance options even if you dont have great cr...

5
Great finance options even if you dont have great credit Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Amazing and helpful will always recommend credit union

5
Amazing and helpful will always recommend credit union Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Only issue is the delay in decision

4
Only issue is the delay in decision Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Amazing service as always, Always helpful and always...

5
Amazing service as always, Always helpful and always on time Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

I've asked for loans every year and for 15 years the...

4
I've asked for loans every year and for 15 years they have always helped mee Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Very helpful and fair.

5
Very helpful and fair. They are very timely in getting back to you. Reviewed on: 12th December 2025

Good service, but I found it hard to do online, but...

4
Good service, but I found it hard to do online, but that's down to my computer skills or lack of Reviewed on: 11th December 2025