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Newbury Building Society: Savings reviews

4.89
Based on 8,681 reviews, last reviewed 17th Mar 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Still on the high street They're on the high street still, unlike nearly all other banks/building society's and you can pop in with any questions. Reviewed on: 14th March 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

Confusing and awkward online service I expected a fairly low-tech experience, and I thought I would be comfortable with that. However, the reality of applying for a savings account online... Read more Reviewed on: 17th March 2026
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Newbury Building Society Savings reviews (8681)

Review of the Newbury Building Society, Savings:

Really friendly, helpful staff and also easy to add funds by internet as well.

5
I met staff of Newbury Building Society at Abingdon Air Show and liked the sound of the account which I subsequently opened in branch. The service I received in branch was very good and the whole process was very smooth. Since then I have used internet access which again is very user-friendly (I'm not computer-savvy, so need simple systems!). Reviewed on: 4th January 2018
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - we appreicate it Response date: 16th November 2023
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In branch service review

4
Notify people when your system is being upgraded. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Lovely service and friendly people. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

4
I have only rated the lower score because we were not able to so what we wanted on the day as it was busy and had to go through the effort another day. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Service with a smile and very efficient. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Very good, all staff members had smiles on their faces. Good explanations. Happy with it all. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Chairs free to use and very friendly staff - do not change. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Opened an account for my granddaughter. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Opened a fixed-rate bod with ease. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Danielle was excellent in helping me today. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

In branch service review

5
Love the passbook - please keep them. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024

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