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4.29
Based on 430 reviews, last reviewed 11th Feb 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Helpful staff made for a pleasant experience. The account I wanted, which had one of the best interest rates I could find, was easily set up when I called into Harpenden branch. Tabitha was most h... Read more Reviewed on: 11th February 2026
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Surprise interest rate drop I opened an ISA this October, understanding it was an interest rate of 4.35%. Just checked today and it is 1.6%. Was not told about this, unlike othe... Read more Reviewed on: 17th December 2025
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Harpenden Building Society Savings reviews (430)

Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
I like that they have a physical presence on the street, and have helpful and friendly staff. Reviewed on: 22nd November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Good interest rate and on the trusted moneyfacts site. Application was easy to complete and submit. Just a little apprehensive about what the IT online account will look like compared to larger banks and BS's, especially the bit about withdrawls. Reviewed on: 10th November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Donian, Thank you for your feedback, and i'm glad you found the application process easy to complete. We're confident that you will be able to transact as easily as with other Building Society's, however if you do have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] Thanks again for your feedback, it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manger Response date: 13th November 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
I'm so satisfied to find people behind the counter, plus they are so friendly and helpful. In this automated world I find the service to be good!. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
Leighton Buzzard branch is excellent, the staff are always pleasant. I am not good with forms or money but they are always helpful and put me right. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. I will pass this onto Isabel and the Leighton team. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

4
I understand the ladies need a lunch break but to close the shop at this time is very inconvenient. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback. We regularly review our branch hours to make sure that they are fit for purpose and will consider this as part of future discussions. We appreciate your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
Efficient admin and good interest rates. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
Everyone in the branch is very friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
The staff are always friendly and helpful. Only slightly longer opening times would help. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback. We regularly review our branch hours to make sure that they are fit for purpose and will consider this as part of future discussions. We appreciate your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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Harpenden Building Society Branch Review

5
Very efficicent and knowledgeabel. So wonderful to be able to speak to someone and get advice face-to-face. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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5
Face-to-face service and local knowledge given. Reviewed on: 1st November 2023
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is really great to read. Thank you for your valuable feedback- it is appreciated. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 4th December 2023
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