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Name: Savings
Rating: 4.78 (287 reviews)

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4.65

Based on 287 reviews, last reviewed 13th Nov 2025

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Latest highest rating:

5

Shocked to find a GWCU loan was dearer than Barclays. Shocked to find a GWCU loan was dearer than Barclays. Reviewed on: 13th November 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

No receipts for money paid in Did not receive receipts for money paid in when it was local, apparently only 1/10th was paid in, have not been able to pay in since it moved, have a ... Read more Reviewed on: 28th August 2025

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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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Easy to use.

Always easy to log onto app and move money around. Reviewed on: 3rd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Cazl It's great to hear such a positive response! We're pleased to know that our digital services are easy to use, and that this supports your financial journey. Don't refrain from getting in contact if you ever need assistance! Many thanks Robin Response date: 21st July 2025

My experience was something that I experienced and I...

My experience was something that I experienced and I alone. Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Good customer service and easy to use product.

Good customer service and easy to use product. Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Harri We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! We're glad you have found GWCU to be accessible, and trouble-free. Thank you for your continued support. Best wishes Robin Response date: 21st July 2025

Great opportunity to help my savings grow.

Great opportunity to help my savings grow. Having salary deductions saves any hassle, and I don't have to worry about anything. Customer Service answered questions quickly, and actions required were carried out promptly Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Jo Thanks you for your review! We're delighted to help you on your savings journey, and that the automatic deductions from your salary makes savings uncomplicated. It's also great to see that your communications were immediate and effective. If you need anything else, please get in contact! Warm regards Robin Response date: 21st July 2025

Helping People for Financial needs

Good people and worth to loan, as interest is not too high and worth it Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Rex Thanks a lot for your 5-star review! One of our core value is caring for our members, so it's great to know that GWCU have come across well in our service. The fact that our rates have been of good value is fantastic to hear as well. Let us know if you need anything else! Thanks again Robin Response date: 21st July 2025

Simple and easy to do.

Was easy to set up and when I had issues I messaged on thier site and got a quick response that answered my questions. Simple to use the site and having the convenience to withdraw money as and when you needed it was great. Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Jonerz We're so grateful to hear your response! It's our aim to provide simplicity for our members, as well as responding in timely manners to queries - so it's great to see this shown in your feedback. Thank you for your continued support of GWCU! Regards Robin Response date: 21st July 2025

Effortless Saving? This Is a Game-Changer!

I can’t overstate how amazing this experience has been! My savings are automatically deducted straight from my payroll, and I don’t even have to lift a finger. No manual transfers, no second-guessing—just pure, seamless saving in the background while I focus on life. What used to take discipline and planning now happens like magic. It's not just convenient—it’s transformative. Watching my savings grow without the daily stress or effort is beyond satisfying. This is not just a feature, it’s a financial revolution! If you're looking for a way to save smart, effortlessly, and consistently—this is it. Truly a life-changing experience! Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Emmanuel It's great to hear from you! It's fantastic to know how helpful you've found payroll savings. We always aim to make things as easy as possible for our members - it's so good to see this in your feedback. If you need anything else, don't hesitate in getting in contact. Regards Robin Response date: 17th July 2025

Makes saving easy

So easy to save through payroll and good rates of interest. I was encouraged to start saving with the "Stop loan sharks" incentive and keep saving monthly. It means I can afford a short get away with friends every year and I don't have to worry about paying for it, because I don't notice the small amount that goes out from my pay every month. Thank you GWCU. Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Emma Thanks so much for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear how saving through payroll has worked so well for you. We're glad that the 'stop loan sharks' message had such an impact, as we vie to be a safer and fairer alternative. We’re really proud to be part of your financial journey! Thanks again Robin Response date: 17th July 2025

A great product, would highly recommend

We had a webinar with someone from Great Western Credit Union at work to tell us all about their products and I attended as I wanted to hear more about their savings product. It was very well explained and the product is great. 7% interest easy access which beats any easy access on the market at the moment and its super convenient to just have the money taken out of my salary before I get it into my bank. I'm almost saving without realising it! Reviewed on: 2nd July 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Helen Thank you for taking the time to leave such positive feedback! Firstly, thank you for attending our seminar and sharing your thoughts. We're delighted to provide clarity about what we offer, and that you have found the 7% interest rates provided such terrific value. Convenience and ease is what we aim for with salary deduction, so we're also thrilled to hear this has been so effective as well. If there’s ever anything else we can help with, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Best wishes Robin Response date: 15th July 2025

Valuable resource

They provide banking for people in a fair and non exploitative way, well done. Reviewed on: 21st June 2025

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Ellen Thank you so much for your kind words! We aim to provide alternative financial services that work for our members, so we're very happy that we've provided this for you. If you need anything else from us, don't hesitate to ask! Many thanks Robin Response date: 10th July 2025

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72% decrease in 5 star reviews

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Great Western Credit Union Savings reviews (287)

Easy to use.

My experience was something that I experienced and I...

Good customer service and easy to use product.

Great opportunity to help my savings grow.

Helping People for Financial needs

Simple and easy to do.

Effortless Saving? This Is a Game-Changer!

Makes saving easy

A great product, would highly recommend

Valuable resource

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