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Rated Good • 4.33/5

Nationwide reviews

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  • Donates a percentage of profits to charitable causes
    Donates a percentage of profits to charitable causes
  • Has branches you can visit in-person
    Has branches you can visit in-person
  • Manage your account or policy via an app or website
    Manage your account or policy via an app or website
  • Positioned as being a socially responsible organisation
    Positioned as being a socially responsible organisation

Review summary

People rate this company as Good based on 2,769 product reviews

Average score of 4.33/5
5 star
69%
4 star
17%
3 star
3%
2 star
1%
1 star
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Reviews for Nationwide have trended positively over the past 90 days

Nationwide wins hearts with friendly branches, solid customer service, and rewarding loyalty with bonuses and good savings rates. Their app is generally easy to use, though some find it a bit behind the times. On the downside, insurance claims and mortgage services can be slow or frustrating, and some customers find the card reader security a hassle. A few have faced serious issues with discrimination or account freezes.

Positive themes

  • Nationwide’s branches and friendly staff make banking feel personal and welcoming.
  • The Nationwide app is easy to use and helps manage accounts smoothly.
  • Nationwide rewards loyal customers generously with bonuses and profit shares.

Negative themes

  • Insurance claims and home repairs with Nationwide can be slow and disappointing.
  • The card reader security is annoying and outdated for many Nationwide users.
  • Customer service can be poor or unhelpful in serious issues like fraud or discrimination.
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About Nationwide

Nationwide is the world's largest building society, with 16 million members.

Nationwide’s roots go back to 1884 and today has over 18,000 employees and around 600 branches across the UK.

Nationwide is one of the UK's largest mortgage providers and also has a large customer base with savings and current accounts. Other products include credit cards, personal loans and insurance. Nationwide also has a buy to let business, The Mortgage Works.

Nationwide at a glance

Contact details

Main address
Nationwide Building Society, Nationwide House, Pipers Way, Swindon, SN38 1NW
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Reviews for Nationwide

Showing 11 of 2769 company reviews • Last reviewed within 7 days

Hi I been with Nationwide bank from long time they p...

FlexAccount • 16th February 2026

Hi I been with Nationwide bank from long time they putted my name on cifas and closed my account a very minor reason and made... Hi I been with Nationwide bank from long time they putted my name on cifas and closed my account a very minor reason and made me financially disabled recomend everyone think before you open account with Nationwide. Read more Read less

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M k
Rated Terrible • 1/5
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Friendly staff and lots of branches

FlexAccount • 15th February 2026

Friendly staff and lots of branches

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Rated Excellent • 5/5
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  • 5/5

    Genuine Customer Care

    A bank that actually shares the wealth! Head and shoulders above its competitors on that front but also very easy to use and excellent customer service.

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    FlexAccount
    Josh 15th February 2026
  • 4/5

    Nationwide uses ai to flag suspicious transactions.

    Nationwide uses ai to flag suspicious transactions. This leads to a mandatory account freeze for two weeks while the transaction is verified as honest. They... Nationwide uses ai to flag suspicious transactions. This leads to a mandatory account freeze for two weeks while the transaction is verified as honest. They need more staff on this, because the inconvenience is massive. Read more Read less

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    FlexDirect
    Hugh M 15th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Lots of high street branches available & never had a...

    Lots of high street branches available & never had a problem in 30+ years as a customer.

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    FlexPlus
    Gareth Evans 14th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Excellent customer service ....

    Excellent customer service both online and in branch. Good range of products.

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    Credit card
    SD 14th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Love the transparency

    Love the profit sharing that Nationwide does, along with the excellent communications about acquisition and their rationale behind it. I only wish more financial institutions are so transparent.

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    FlexDirect
    argggh 14th February 2026
  • 1/5

    Price nearly trebled!

    House insurance has rocketed from £60 per month to £140 per month!! Made a claim of just over £1,000 but this doesn't justify such a hike. Have found an alternative for £50 per month.

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    Home insurance
    John T 13th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Great service in branch and on app

    Simple banking on app and in branch. Great choice for savers with good, competitive rates.

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    Cash ISA
    Fiona 13th February 2026
  • 5/5

    very straightforward to do online with

    very straightforward to do online with

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    Cash ISA
    sb33ry 13th February 2026
  • 5/5

    Nationwide have been my main bank my entire life.

    Nationwide have been my main bank my entire life. My first current account when I was 16 and the bank I have used for everything... Nationwide have been my main bank my entire life. My first current account when I was 16 and the bank I have used for everything important. I have held accounts with every major bank and some smaller ones, and some have their benefits, but I have always trusted Nationwide more. I have never had any issues, they have provided great value and features, and I consider them more ethical than most banks due to being a building society and based on the decisions they make. Read more Read less

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    FlexAccount
    PK 13th February 2026

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