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Great Western Credit Union: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.83 (198 reviews)

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4.71

Based on 198 reviews, last reviewed 5th Dec 2024

100% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

88%

2 star

Latest highest rating:

5

I joined Great Western Credit Union a few years ago. I joined Great Western Credit Union a few years ago. They are freindly, polite and helpful. Could not wish for anything better. I have a loan every ch... Read more Reviewed on: 5th December 2024

Latest lowest rating:

1

They have turned into a payday lender to vulnerable... They have turned into a payday lender to vulnerable people and partners like Bristol city council should not be encouraging their staff to use them th... Read more Reviewed on: 21st September 2024

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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 (198)

Review of the Great Western Credit Union, Savings:

I have saving with gwcu for a long time .

I have saving with gwcu for a long time .I love saving with this company,I have to wait a few hours until I get my money which really makes me think if I really need it or not .so I seem to save better . There's great communication between me and gwcu .I have phoned in the past with queries and things were sorted out with no problem. Overall I'm very happy with the service. Reviewed on: 4th September 2024

Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Deb, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you’ve had such a positive experience saving with us, and that it's helped you think carefully about your savings goals. It's great to know that our communication and support have made a difference whenever you've needed assistance. We truly appreciate your loyalty and are thrilled to hear you're happy with our service. We look forward to continuing to support you in your savings journey! Warm regards, Emily Response date: 23rd September 2024

Great customer service

My original credit union was merged with Great Western Credit Union and all my account details and login changed. I had trouble registering my new account with the company, but I ended up getting first class advice for all the little problems I encountered. I feel their security is first class and the website is east to use! Reviewed on: 4th September 2021

Great Great Western

Helpful, community based savings and loans company without the need to satisfy investors or big corporations. Reviewed on: 4th September 2021

Trustworthy and fair reliable bank

I've been using this bank. Since it first started in the Sofa project shop in Bristol. Must have been a member for over 20 years now. I've saved and had loans with them. They are always fair and make loans that you can afford to repay. There's always a friendly voice on the phone to and discuss any money issues. There's a Christmas saving account and savings account. I've always felt confident using this local bank. I have since moved to a nursing home in London to be near my daughter. Yet they still allowed me to have an account with them. They were formally know as the Bristol Credit Union Bank, until recently. They have now expanded the areas they cover including Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and Dorset. I would highly recommend this bank and the Ethics they hold. From Carol Bryden. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Great credit union

Perfect in transactions. Easy to access, friendly and knowledgeable staffs at the sites, easy to fine and access either in person or online. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Helpful advice

Always encouraged to save a little which became very handy at times when I needed some extra cash e.g. Christmas. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Best, not just in the West-everywhere!

As a customer for many years, I know Great Western Credit Union is best because their customer service is second to none--patient, really friendly and efficient. Their phenomenal growth is evidence that many others agree with me! Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Best Credit Union

Only too Words.JUST GREAT Always ready to help Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

A good choice

I have been part of this credit union as it has grown from several small local credit unions across Bristol through to a Bristol wide and to what it is today. Really helped me save for a rainy day and reduced local reliance on loan sharks in the area I lived in. Easy to save, all my children have been members and many of my family. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Excellent way of saving

Loved being able to earn interest whilst knowing I’m helping people who are usually excluded from reasonable credit. Staff always helpful and website really easy to use. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

Excellent credit union

I save regularly but when I need my money I can easily withdraw it. Reviewed on: 3rd September 2021

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