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Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.91/5

Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 1,846 product reviews

Average score of 4.91/5
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Reviews for Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society have trended negatively over the past 90 days

Suffolk Building Society shines with its friendly, helpful staff and the comfort of local branches offering face-to-face service. People love the competitive savings rates and the personal touch that makes banking feel easy and welcoming. On the downside, some find the online services lacking and wish for more digital options and longer branch hours, while a few have been frustrated by mortgage borrowing rules and communication hiccups.

Positive themes

  • Suffolk Building Society’s staff are friendly, helpful and make you feel valued in branch.
  • Suffolk Building Society offers competitive savings rates that many find attractive.
  • Having a local branch to visit and speak face-to-face is a big plus for Suffolk Building Society.

Negative themes

  • Online services at Suffolk Building Society are limited and can be frustrating to use.
  • Some find Suffolk Building Society’s mortgage borrowing rules confusing and restrictive.
  • Suffolk Building Society’s fees are seen as high compared to other providers.

About Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society

At Suffolk Building Society we're here to help our members buy a home and save for the future with an organisation they can trust. Smart Money People is the place for Suffolk Building Society reviews. Read and write reviews to help increase trust and transparency in Financial Services.

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Reviews for Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society

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Always come to Woodbridge, I like it here

Savings 6th February 2026

Always come to Woodbridge, I like it here

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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We were impressed when we opened an ISA so we came b...

Savings 5th February 2026

We were impressed when we opened an ISA so we came back to open an account for our grandchildren. We have been made comfortable and... We were impressed when we opened an ISA so we came back to open an account for our grandchildren. We have been made comfortable and feel at ease. All our questions are answered and the staff are very knowledgeable Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 4/5

    Face to Face interview booking

    Very friendly and helpful, recognised the fact that I was aware of much of the information that needed to be said, on the basis of... Very friendly and helpful, recognised the fact that I was aware of much of the information that needed to be said, on the basis of my previous experience in the financial sector Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 5th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Very good excellent service Very good service and s...

    Very good excellent service Very good service and staff

    Savings
    Verified source 5th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Extremely pleasant and knowledgable staff

    Extremely pleasant and knowledgable staff, and it’s so reassuring to see the person you are talking to.

    Savings
    Verified source 5th February 2026
  • 4/5

    Easy to set up and very basic for my kids first savi...

    Easy to set up and very basic for my kids first saving account

    Savings
    Verified source 5th February 2026
  • 5/5

    I like the Woodbridge branch very much, positive staff

    I like the Woodbridge branch very much, positive staff

    Savings
    Verified source 5th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Friendly staff, very helpful, conveniently situated,...

    Friendly staff, very helpful, conveniently situated, well lit.

    Savings
    Verified source 4th February 2026
  • 5/5

    We opened an ISA with Jack today.

    We opened an ISA with Jack today. We were very pleased with his professional approach. Very friendly and knowledgeable

    Savings
    Verified source 4th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Marvellous and Quick service.

    Marvellous and Quick service. Easy

    Savings
    Verified source 4th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Tracey was very friendly and accommodating.

    Tracey was very friendly and accommodating. Explained everything we wanted to know

    Savings
    Verified source 4th February 2026

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