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Great Western Credit Union: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.66 (496 reviews)

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4.66

Based on 496 reviews, last reviewed 11th Nov 2026

78% decrease in 5 star reviews

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Latest highest rating:

5

Very good company, easily to complete Very good company, easily to complete Reviewed on: 11th November 2026

Latest lowest rating:

2

A very clunky website A very clunky website that needed the form to be filled in several times with exactly the same imformation before accepting it Reviewed on: 27th April 2026

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Great Western Credit Union offer savings accounts to customers who live, work or study in Bristol and Bath, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset or Dorset.

Great Western Credit Union savings accounts include the Fixed Rate Saver, Cash ISA, Easy Saver, Business Saver and the Christmas Saver.

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Great Western Credit Union Savings reviews (496)

Very good company, easily to complete

Very good company, easily to complete Reviewed on: 11th November 2026

Easy to open account by clicking on link in email bu...

Easy to open account by clicking on link in email but couldn't see how to do it directly from the new portal Reviewed on: 9th November 2026

So far it has been a very positive experience and I...

So far it has been a very positive experience and I Foward for it to continue. Reviewed on: 20th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Jaydon, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's wonderful to hear that things have gone well so far, and we look forward to supporting you in the future. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 27th October 2026

Ok so far not finished yet waiting for a reply...

Ok so far not finished yet waiting for a reply Reviewed on: 18th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Kevin, Thanks for your review. We're glad things have gone well so far. Loan applications are usually reviewed within 1-4 working days, it can take a little longer if we need any additional information or documents from you. If you have any questions, please give us a call on 0117 924 7309. We're available Monday to Friday, 10am-2pm. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 27th October 2026

good service to open an account just waiting

good service to open an account just waiting Reviewed on: 16th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Mike, We're glad to hear getting your account set up was simple. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and we hope to be in touch soon. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 27th October 2026

founder member of Bristol City Council credit union.

founder member of Bristol City Council credit union. member ever since day 1 Reviewed on: 16th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Stephen, What a wonderful review to receive. Thank you for being part of our journey from the very beginning and for your continued loyalty. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 27th October 2026

Friendly staff and very helpful.

Friendly staff and very helpful. Always able to point me in the right direction Reviewed on: 16th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Fiona, It's great to know our staff have been there to help and provide support whenever you've had questions. I'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 27th October 2026

So far everything has worked out fine.

So far everything has worked out fine. Reviewed on: 15th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Christopher, Great to hear, thanks for sharing! We're glad everything has worked out well for you. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 15th October 2026

Opening an account is easy and straightforward

Opening an account is easy and straightforward Reviewed on: 9th October 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Pelagia, We're delighted to hear that. Thanks for choosing us for your savings journey! Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 15th October 2026

Just Joined .

Just Joined .. so we will see on service !! Reviewed on: 5th October 2026

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