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Name: Savings
Rating: 4.12 (448 reviews)

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4.12

Based on 448 reviews, last reviewed 22nd Sep 2026

60% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

81%

Latest highest rating:

5

Very pleased with the service at Harpenden Building... Very pleased with the service at Harpenden Building Society in Leighton Buzzard over many years. Thank you. Reviewed on: 22nd September 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

trying to resolve query re transfer. trying to resolve query re transfer. NO facility to contact via email or chat apparently only phone and wait or branch visit. Reviewed on: 5th September 2026

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Harpenden Building Society offer savings accounts designed to suit different ways of saving.

The amount you’ll need to open a Harpenden Building Society savings account varies depending on which one you choose but is usually between £100 and £1000. Accounts can mostly be opened online, but some are branch or via post only.

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Excellent customer service

I have called Harpenden a few times for different things. They have always been very helpful and knowledgeable. It has been easy to speak to someone, rather than stuck in a queue. Each time I called the problem or question was dealt with promptly and with great information. Reviewed on: 26th October 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Stephen, This is great to read and we really appreciate your feedback. I'll pass this on to the team. Thanks once again, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

Rates now seem competitive, and the society is local. Service is always excellent. Great as it is. Reviewed on: 22nd October 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read. Thank you for your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 1st November 2024

Applying on line a bit long winded

Applying on line a bit cumbersome having to scroll through loads of job titles etc. Old fashioned having to download a transfer isa form, to sign and then post, many now do this online. Reviewed on: 14th October 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Robert, Thanks for your feedback- it is really appreciated. I couldn't agree with you more about the ISA transfer form.... it seems odd that you can apply for an ISA through our online portal, but still require an ISA form to be downloaded. We are hoping to digitalise this process in the not too distant future. We take on board your comments regarding the cumbersome journey, specifically scrolling though many job titles. We are also working hard with our software provider to improve this. Once again, thank you for taking the time to give us some valuable feedback, and if I can be of any further assistance in future then please do not hesitate to contact me. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 15th October 2024

The company failed to inform Me of several savings...

The company failed to inform Me of several savings rate reductions throughout 2024 and when i complained they were arrogant and totally un - understanding and unhelpful Reviewed on: 1st October 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Dear Simon, Thank you for your review and I’m sorry to understand that you are unhappy with the service you have received- specifically relating to communications regarding interest rate reductions. We monitor all electronic communications to establish if any messages are ‘undelivered’ or ‘suppressed’ and will look to contact these customers through a different channel. We have fully reviewed and investigated your complaint and have sent you our final response on the 1st of October. This details how to refer your complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service if you are not satisfied with the outcome of your complaint, however we would welcome further discussion if anything in our final response is factually incorrect. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 2nd October 2024

In branch service review

Very friendly staff, and knowledgeable. Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

The staff are very friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, this is great to read. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

Very helpful attitude. Going beyond the call of duty. 10/10. Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read and we are delighted you are pleased with the service you have received. Thank you for your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

Personal service (with real people). Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, it is really appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

So far, the fact it is the only Building Society or Bank in Tring. The products on offer all seem good and suit people's needs. Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, this is great to read and i'm pleased our products suit your needs! Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

In branch service review

The sponteinity, positive help, supportive team and always, always willing to answer any query/questions about interest rates and all the staff are so helpful. We've now got a new branch manager and she's just so bubbly and laid back. Thank you Harpenden Building Society. Reviewed on: 30th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society What a lovely review to read! We're thrilled that you are pleased with the service you have received- and i agree with your comments about the branch and support teams. They are an asset to the Society. Thanks once again for the feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 28th October 2024

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Excellent customer service

In branch service review

Applying on line a bit long winded

The company failed to inform Me of several savings...

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