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Rated Good 4.19/5

Harpenden Building Society reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Good based on 426 product reviews

Average score of 4.19/5
5 star
80%
4 star
8%
3 star
4%
2 star
2%
1 star
6%
Reviews for Harpenden Building Society have trended negatively over the past 90 days

Latest positive rating

4/5

ISA tax free status transfer requirement

Wishing to keep savings in an ISA. I question about a nominated account, it should also state that account (or/plus transfer to another ISA account)... Wishing to keep savings in an ISA. I question about a nominated account, it should also state that account (or/plus transfer to another ISA account) to keep funds tax free. Read more Read less

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Savings
C W F 27th September 2025

Latest negative rating

2/5

Suspended before I start!

I received my activation detals 2 days ago; I have used them this morning and told my user ID is suspended. Not a great start... I received my activation detals 2 days ago; I have used them this morning and told my user ID is suspended. Not a great start and now I have to waste time next week whena t work phoning you as your helpline is not open at weekends. Not user-friendly. Read more Read less

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Savings
Peter H 4th October 2025

About Harpenden Building Society

Harpenden Building Society was founded in 1953 and is a mutual organisation. This means it’s run for the benefit of members and not shareholders.

Since 2023 it’s provided savings products on a national scale that includes easy access, ISAs, notice accounts and fixed rate bonds.

Harpenden Building Society also provides mortgages via intermediaries to borrowers turned away by the high street who have complex income or unusual properties.

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Showing 11 of 426 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Suspended before I start!

Savings 4th October 2025

I received my activation detals 2 days ago; I have used them this morning and told my user ID is suspended. Not a great start... I received my activation detals 2 days ago; I have used them this morning and told my user ID is suspended. Not a great start and now I have to waste time next week whena t work phoning you as your helpline is not open at weekends. Not user-friendly. Read more Read less

Rated Poor 2/5
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society
Hi Peter, I'm sorry to understand there has been an issue with your user ID. Our Member Services Team are available from Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 17.00 and i'm confident they will be able to help. If i can be of any further assistance to you wit this query then please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager
6th October 2025
Harpenden Building Society

ISA Account opening

Savings 3rd October 2025

I have just applied to open an ISA and the process was straight forward. However, I feel the Form which needs to be completed to... I have just applied to open an ISA and the process was straight forward. However, I feel the Form which needs to be completed to fund my account from another provider is not in my opinion user friendly. Rather than completing an extensive Form, I feel it would be a better customer service experience, if as part of the application process, there were far fewer fields for populate. Most other financial service providers, only request a sort code, account number, name of provider where the funds are to be requested from and whether this is to be released immediately or the end of a notice period/upon maturity. Read more Read less

Rated Average 3/5
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Reply from Harpenden Building Society
Dear Handy Andy, Thank you for your feedback. We regularly review our application forms to ensure they remain both user-friendly and compliant with regulatory requirements. Your comments are greatly appreciated and will be taken into consideration during our next review cycle. We value your input on this matter, and if I can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected]. Kind regards, Jon Sweeting Commercial Manager
6th October 2025
Harpenden Building Society
  • 4/5

    ISA tax free status transfer requirement

    Wishing to keep savings in an ISA. I question about a nominated account, it should also state that account (or/plus transfer to another ISA account)... Wishing to keep savings in an ISA. I question about a nominated account, it should also state that account (or/plus transfer to another ISA account) to keep funds tax free. Read more Read less

    {"display":"C W F","full_name":"C W F","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    C W F 27th September 2025
  • 3/5

    hard to understand their products

    hard to understand their products

    {"display":"rodger h","full_name":"rodger h","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    rodger h 5th September 2025
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    The new lady was very friendly and helpful.

    Savings
    Verified source 4th September 2025
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Amazing helpful what ever deal thing I did. (Diana).

    Savings
    Verified source 4th September 2025
  • 1/5

    Why saving rates keep falling but mortgages do not?

    Very poor practice at this BS. They keep reducing savers rates ( twice in the last two months) but not the mortgage interest. Their Standard Variable rate is completely arbitrary.

    {"display":"LL","full_name":"LL","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    LL 1st September 2025
  • 5/5

    good speaking to Anya and very helpful, much better...

    good speaking to Anya and very helpful, much better than digital conversations etc

    {"display":"alan c","full_name":"alan c","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    alan c 29th August 2025
  • 5/5

    Excellent Customer Service

    Excellent Customer Service, both in branch and by phone to head office. A good selection of accounts but the interest rates are not especially competitive.

    {"display":"Nigel","full_name":"Nigel","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Nigel 28th August 2025
  • 2/5

    Fed up with online attemp.

    Tried to register fo an online account as an existing customer , was asked to provide ID certification , and account was set up ,... Tried to register fo an online account as an existing customer , was asked to provide ID certification , and account was set up , but now I cannot get into system as something has been deactivated. No answer to telephone call , no waiting time given. This has been one obstacle and frustration after another . Will probably just let attempted account lapse as am fed up trying. Read more Read less

    {"display":"Sandra h","full_name":"Sandra h","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Sandra h 12th August 2025
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    I like the fact there is still a branch in Leighton Buzzard which I find very handy and able to speak to someone face-to-face is... I like the fact there is still a branch in Leighton Buzzard which I find very handy and able to speak to someone face-to-face is a big plus for me. They are a really helpful team. Thanks for staying open. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 31st July 2025

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