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Great Western Credit Union: Loans reviews

4.82
Based on 1,064 reviews, last reviewed 19th Dec 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

Amazing. Amazing. Helped me when no one else could Reviewed on: 19th December 2025
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Shannon MummyUK

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 (1064)

Review of the Great Western Credit Union, Loans:

Very quick and easy, just waiting final approval whi...

4
Very quick and easy, just waiting final approval which seems to slow the process but it seems promising to be given a chance and build my credit Reviewed on: 15th May 2025
Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Elisha Thank you for taking the time to respond. We're delighted to hear that the process with GWCU has been as simple as it has. It's great to hear you're feeling so optimistic, and we're glad to be at the beginning of your journey in building your credit. We’d be thrilled to continue to assist you going forwards – if there’s more help you need, don’t hesitate to contact us. Best wishes Robin Response date: 19th May 2025
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Amazing.

5
Amazing. Helped me when no one else could Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Mawire's Review

5
My experience of applying for the loan and the support and advice received was par par excellence. The application process was online and very user friendly with the opportunity to call by phone. Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Great customer service

5
Great customer service in dealing with my concerns Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Simple and easy

5
Simple and easy to sign up and apply Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Amazing helpful company that has not got a high inte...

5
Amazing helpful company that has not got a high interest apr rate Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Good very pleased i will always return for a loan in...

5
Good very pleased i will always return for a loan in the future Reviewed on: 19th December 2025

Great service when you need it, extremely handy for...

5
Great service when you need it, extremely handy for providing when you need it most. Car breakdowns etc Reviewed on: 18th December 2025

Would recommend!

5
Very fast response! Very easy to apply and great communication. Clear instructions given once loan is accepted. Would recommend to anyone! I applied on a Monday afternoon and by Thursday I’d been accepted and had all the information and paperwork needed to complete the application. Great service! Reviewed on: 18th December 2025

Great service, loads off help when stuck

5
Great service, loads off help when stuck Reviewed on: 18th December 2025

Been with these a few years now they are wonderful,...

5
Been with these a few years now they are wonderful, brilliant with familys. Very supprotive and understanding Reviewed on: 18th December 2025

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