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Rating: 4.65 (373 reviews)

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4.35

Based on 373 reviews, last reviewed 12th Jun 2025

13% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

400% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

83%

Latest highest rating:

5

I had an issue with cheques, as I had sent off but w... I had an issue with cheques, as I had sent off but with an impending bank switch. Even though my account with the BS had not yet been actioned, they w... Read more Reviewed on: 12th June 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

Rubbish website Applied for a new savings account as a new customer, the easy bit. Received an email with user ID and activation key and link to Harpenden Online then... Read more Reviewed on: 8th June 2025

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Harpenden Building Society Savings reviews (373)

Review of the Harpenden Building Society, Savings:

EXCELLENT GOOD OLD FASHIONED CUSTOMER SERVICE

On every occasion I have contact the Society I have received prompt, courteous and informed advice about our savings. Their rates are very competitive and their range of products concise and easy to understand. Like we used to receive from our local bank manager - now long gone. Reviewed on: 4th September 2024

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Slipper, Thank you for your comments. I am pleased to read that you have had a good experience with Harpenden Building Society. Kind regards, Emma Sinclair Senior Savings Operations Manager Response date: 6th September 2024

I had an issue with cheques, as I had sent off but w...

I had an issue with cheques, as I had sent off but with an impending bank switch. Even though my account with the BS had not yet been actioned, they went out of their way to retrieve my cheque to ensure it didn't bounce! Excellent customer service and above and beyond Reviewed on: 12th June 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society HI Ryan, Thanks for your feedback, this is great to read and I'm pleased we were able to help. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

Straight forward application if a little confluted.

Straight forward application if a little confluted. Reviewed on: 11th June 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Malcolm, Thanks for your feedback, it's appreciated. We are currently working hard to improve our application process where we will try and keep it as straight forward as possible, but much more succinct. If we can be of any further assistance to you in future then please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

Rubbish website

Applied for a new savings account as a new customer, the easy bit. Received an email with user ID and activation key and link to Harpenden Online then just went around in circles getting nowhere. Another website designed by very clever IT geeks to confuse people. Reviewed on: 8th June 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Hi Christopher, Thank you for your feedback, it is appreciated. We are currently working hard to improve our Harpenden Online platform. If you are having issues trying to access our online portal then please do not hesitate to email me at [email protected] and i will direct this to the correct team. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

Amateurish - perhaps not even that good

Impossible to carry out intended task. Rang Society to be told that the person I was dealing with couldn’t help and I had to try online again. Did so - again without success. Had to ring them again. The person I spoke to this time was more helpful but couldn’t carry out the transaction in question. She said that their website was run by a third party and that there were issues! A very amateurish performance Reviewed on: 5th June 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback and I'm sorry to understand you have been frustrated with our service so far. There is quite a bit to unpick here, so if possible, please could you email me at [email protected] so i may investigate further. Thanking you in advance, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

Like having a branch in Leighton Buzzard. Like personal service. Don't like best rates are only online and unable to get these rates with Power of Attorney. Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback. We regularly review all our products (both online only and available through all channels) to ensure they provide fair value to members and assist them in achieving their financial goals. Currently, over 90% of accounts earn higher than the average savings rate in the UK. We take on board your comments regarding operating a POA account via online and this is something we are working hard to improve. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

It's very friendly and all the staff are so polite and helpful. You feel like you're part of a family (Bev). Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, this is really great to read. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

Friendliness of the staff. Knowledge of the staff. This makes things more comfortable and easy and confident they know what they are doing. Big tick. Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, this is really great to read. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

Local Branch. Friendly Staff. Helpful Staff. Wonderful Staff. Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, I agree- they are brilliant. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

Its local and low-tech: I don't use a computer or a smartphone and I prefer using cash day to day. The staff have become friends and are always so helpful. It makes me feel safe. Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, this is really great to read. Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

In branch service review

Really friendly and helpful staff at Leighton Buzzard branch. Always have been - great staff, go out of their way to help. Reviewed on: 31st May 2025

Reply from Harpenden Building Society Thank you for your feedback, i will pass this on to the team at Leighton Buzzard. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager Response date: 13th June 2025

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Harpenden Building Society: Savings reviews

13% decrease in 5 star reviews

400% increase in 1 star reviews

Latest highest rating:

5

Latest lowest rating:

1

About this product

Harpenden Building Society Savings reviews (373)

EXCELLENT GOOD OLD FASHIONED CUSTOMER SERVICE

I had an issue with cheques, as I had sent off but w...

Straight forward application if a little confluted.

Rubbish website

Amateurish - perhaps not even that good

In branch service review

In branch service review

In branch service review

In branch service review

In branch service review

In branch service review

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