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Great Western Credit Union: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.65 (476 reviews)

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4.65

Based on 476 reviews, last reviewed 14th Aug 2026

31% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

86%

11%

Latest highest rating:

4

Fantastic ut was so easy to join. Fantastic ut was so easy to join. Reviewed on: 14th August 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 (476)

Great service really helpful and friendly

Great service really helpful and friendly Reviewed on: 13th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks for your feedback Jodie, it is very much appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery.. Response date: 27th July 2026

Ethical saving to support better loans for people

I was so delighted to find a market leading fixed rate bond when I first invested and then a year later (ie, this year), still a competitive rate to renew with. It feels good to be saving in what I consider to be a highly ethical way to help people obtain more affordable loans where conventional options might not be available to them. Reviewed on: 12th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks for your feedback Justin, it is very much appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery.. Response date: 27th July 2026

Great options for saving

Great option to have an easy access savings account with an opinion to get better interest with a fixed term savings account for longer term savings. Reviewed on: 11th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks Al, your feedback is very much appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery Response date: 22nd July 2026

Good for savings.

Easy to access. Reliable service. They keep you well informed about new and changes to existing products Reviewed on: 11th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks Dennsblue, your feedback is very much appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery Response date: 22nd July 2026

I'm now a regular saver.

I'm now a regular saver. Big thank you. Reviewed on: 11th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks Paul, helping people to become regular savers is really important to us, as is your feedback.. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery Response date: 22nd July 2026

A very satisfied early member.

I joined early as I believe in the provision of locally based finance. Although I do not use the GWCU for all my banking requirements, I have always used them for some savings and been pleased with the service given; and very pleased at the progress they have made. Reviewed on: 10th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thanks for your feedback Ian, it really is very much appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery Response date: 28th July 2026

Easy to set up.

Easy to set up. Great customer service! Reviewed on: 10th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thank you Nicole for your feedback. It is really appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery. Response date: 30th July 2026

Excellent service and a trusted place to save

I have been a member of Great Western Credit Union for over 20 years and have always had a positive experience. It has given me a safe and reliable place to save money for unexpected expenses and rainy days. The savings have provided me with peace of mind and financial security when I have needed it most. The staff have always been friendly, helpful, and professional, making banking simple and stress-free. I highly recommend Great Western Credit Union to anyone looking for a trustworthy place to save and plan for the future. Reviewed on: 10th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thank you Cynthia for your generous feedback and longstanding support. It is really appreciated. Colin McDougall, Head of Strategic Delivery. Response date: 30th July 2026

Great way to save whilst providing local support

Great way to save whilst providing local support Reviewed on: 9th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thank you for sharing this! We love that you see saving with GWCU as more than just putting money aside, but also as a way of supporting your local community. We really appreciate you being part of GWCU and for your kind words. Best wishes, Sepi Response date: 17th August 2026

Great range of products they are very transparent an...

Great range of products they are very transparent and so simple to apply for. Reviewed on: 9th July 2026

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Thank you Seasider, we love hearing that you've found our range of products useful and the whole process straightforward. Keeping things clear and making it simple for our members is really important to us, so it's great to know that came across in your experience. Best of luck with everything. Sepi Response date: 17th August 2026

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