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Rated Excellent 4.88/5

Leek Building Society reviews

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Last reviewed within 7 days
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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 2,911 product reviews

Average score of 4.88/5
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
1%
2 star
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1 star
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Reviews for Leek Building Society have trended negatively over the past 90 days

Latest positive rating

5/5

In branch service review

Friendly staff, explained all options in detail and made sure I had enough information to make a correct and suitable decision.

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Savings
Verified Member 31st October 2024

Latest negative rating

1/5

Absolute nightmare

Leek were the main reason why it took so long for me to complete on my purchase. They were uncooperative and would dig their heels... Leek were the main reason why it took so long for me to complete on my purchase. They were uncooperative and would dig their heels in. They refused to lend on my first purchase because they deemed the property unsellable, meaning I had to pull out after 3 months work. Then on my second purchase they were unhappy about a lack of mortgagee protection clause and demanded the lease be varied, even though it could have been covered with an indemnity insurance policy. Varying the lease took 2 months to do even though everything else was ready to go. Overall they made the entire process a nightmare and I am very unhappy with how it was all handled. In the end it took almost 6 months to complete on what would otherwise be a simple purchase and this was down to Leek and their uncooperativeness. I would have gone with another lender but I was so far down the line when they dug their heels in that it would have taken too much time to get another offer sorted. Do better. Read more Read less

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Mortgages
Isaac A 20th November 2024

About Leek Building Society

Leek Building Society is a mutual organisation. This means it’s run for the benefit of members and not shareholders.

It was founded in 1863 under the original name Leek United Permanent Benefit Building Society with the motto ‘Firm and Lasting (as the pyramids)’.

Leek Building Society offer a range of products across mortgages, savings and insurance.

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Showing 11 of 2911 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Absolute nightmare

Mortgages 20th November 2024

Leek were the main reason why it took so long for me to complete on my purchase. They were uncooperative and would dig their heels... Leek were the main reason why it took so long for me to complete on my purchase. They were uncooperative and would dig their heels in. They refused to lend on my first purchase because they deemed the property unsellable, meaning I had to pull out after 3 months work. Then on my second purchase they were unhappy about a lack of mortgagee protection clause and demanded the lease be varied, even though it could have been covered with an indemnity insurance policy. Varying the lease took 2 months to do even though everything else was ready to go. Overall they made the entire process a nightmare and I am very unhappy with how it was all handled. In the end it took almost 6 months to complete on what would otherwise be a simple purchase and this was down to Leek and their uncooperativeness. I would have gone with another lender but I was so far down the line when they dug their heels in that it would have taken too much time to get another offer sorted. Do better. Read more Read less

Rated Terrible 1/5
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Reply from Leek Building Society
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we’re sorry to hear about how long it took to complete your property purchase. All of the mortgage applications that we receive are assessed on an individual basis against our lending criteria and there will be occasions where a property that an applicant is looking to purchase is not acceptable to us (which could be for a number of different reasons). Equally, it’s sometimes the case that the terms of an existing lease fall outside of our standard requirements and it’s not uncommon for us to request amendments before we’re able to proceed to completion. We have, however, passed your feedback about this onto our Mortgage Team and they’ll take this into account when considering any future changes to our lending requirements and criteria. Kind Regards Dave @ Leek BS
21st November 2024
Leek Building Society

The Mortgage Comedy Club

Mortgages 8th November 2024

Nothing short of a nightmare, where do I start. We started our full mortgage application with Leek 7 Weeks ago. Throughout the process we've been... Nothing short of a nightmare, where do I start. We started our full mortgage application with Leek 7 Weeks ago. Throughout the process we've been asked for the same documents multiple times, asked the same questions multiple times and provided the same attachments multiple times. Simple things such as locating payments and matching amounts to documents in addition to basic maths proved tricky for these guys. Things I would deem to be entry level administration. After 7 long, painfully frustrating weeks we were declined for 2 things that were visible in week 1... speechless. Don't waste your time. Read more Read less

Rated Terrible 1/5
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Reply from Leek Building Society
Thank you for your review. We’re sorry to hear about your recent experience. All our mortgage applications are subject to satisfactory assessment based on the information provided upon application. Unfortunately, at times further information is required to support with an assessment of an application which can cause delays in the process. So we can look into this for you and provide you with a detailed explanation as to what happened then please contact one of our underwriters on 01538 714089 or email us at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Rob @ Leek Building Society
12th November 2024
Leek Building Society
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Friendly staff, explained all options in detail and made sure I had enough information to make a correct and suitable decision.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 31st October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Very good, will be recommending to friends and family.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 30th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    The staff are excellent in customer care, always make you feel welcome. Nothing is any trouble, all round brilliant.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 28th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    I like the local branch and friendly service.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 28th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    I like that we can use a high street branch, there are passbooks available and they are security conscious (photo ID).

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    Savings
    Verified Member 27th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Rukaya was a friendly, efficient member of staff to us in Macclesfield.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 27th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Our service from branch (Veronica and staff) couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. However, we have had huge problems with opening an online account.... Our service from branch (Veronica and staff) couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. However, we have had huge problems with opening an online account. Now, despite help from staff it is not opened and we will now leave this. Online isn't always straightforward. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Verified Member 27th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Personal service and location. Veronica was professional, efficient and friendly.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 27th October 2024
  • 5/5

    In branch service review

    Takes security seriously. Has high street branches with staff. Uses passbooks.

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    Savings
    Verified Member 27th October 2024

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