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Harpenden Building Society: Savings reviews

4.28
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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Latest lowest rating:

1

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)

Review of the Harpenden Building Society, Savings:

Customer service

5
In every interaction I have had with them, the staff at the Leighton Buzzard branch of Harpenden Building Society have been extremely professional, helpful and friendly. They have answered my queries and dealt with any enquiries very promptly and efficiently. Reviewed on: 3rd August 2024
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read and thank you for your review. I will make sure that this is passed to Isabel and the team at Leighton Buzzard. Thanks once again, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 5th August 2024
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In branch service review

5
Friendly and helpful staff at Tring branch. Reviewed on: 31st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read. I will pass this to the team at Tring branch. Thank you for your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 26th August 2025
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In branch service review

1
I chose Harpenden Building Society because investment and withdrawal can be made by post and telephone. When telephoning the receptionists are most knowledgeable and eager to help. Reviewed on: 31st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, it is appreciated. You've awarded us a one star review, however the message and tone of your comments suggest you are pleased with the service. If we can be of any further assistance, or of you would like to discuss your review further then please email me at [email protected]. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 14th August 2025
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In branch service review

5
The building society staff are friendly and helpful. But I prefer a bank. Reviewed on: 31st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thanks for your feedback. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
Great staff at Leighton Buzzard. Reviewed on: 18th July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
The staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Reasonably competitive rates. Easy to execute transactions. Reviewed on: 18th July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
Bev is always so helpful, listens to our needs, explaining things so clearly, great guidance. Just wish you were open Saturdays!!. Reviewed on: 17th July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
The friendly staff and the fact that we can still see people face-to-face rather than everything being online is great. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
Local office , Good hours, Such friendly, helpful team here. Reviewed on: 1st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
Personal and friendly service is a joy. Reviewed on: 1st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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In branch service review

5
I haven't got online banking and it was great to have staff to help me. Reviewed on: 1st July 2025
Reply from Harpenden Building Society This is great to read, thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 29th September 2025
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