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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:

I wanted to open an account on an ISA of £20000 to s...

5
I wanted to open an account on an ISA of £20000 to save paying income tax on my savings, Haze Parker talked me through the process of an ISA account, she was very helpful and professional, I will open another for 2025/2026 tax year to save more. Reviewed on: 2nd April 2025
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James Bartholomew
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi James, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really do appreciate it! We will be sure to share your comments with Hazel who will be so pleased to hear them. Response date: 3rd April 2025
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In branch service review

5
Prompt answering of telephone (a very rare service!!). Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Excellent service, incredibly helpful. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Newbury BS is open 9-5pm each working day. Any questions can be answered any day. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Tom, the new boy, was very friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Staff are always very friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Sam was very efficient and nice. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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In branch service review

5
Great staff who are always happy to see us. Reviewed on: 31st October 2024
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I walked into the Thatcham branch to open a new savi...

3
I walked into the Thatcham branch to open a new savings account. Three people all sat there who looked to be doing very little. I asked about opening an account and despite there being 3 people was told I had to make an appointment. However lo and behold one of them had a miraculous cancellation but was told it would take an hour. I had time. He didn’t look impressed. We went through options half heartedly and decided on account which took 25 minutes in total to sort out, not an hour as told. I put in £200 in cash. Since then, well over a week later I have still had no confirmation of my account or deposit via mail or email. Nothing at all has been received which I’m getting concerned about now. To say I was disappointed with the service is an understatement. They didn’t look interested at all. They weren’t rude or anything but their lack of interest was very disappointing. We only have 1 bank in thatcham now which was another reason for opening an account there. Reviewed on: 30th October 2024
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Nicola S
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Nicola, we are very sorry to hear you were disappointed with the service you received in our Thatcham branch. Providing excellent customer service is something we pride ourselves on and we apologise you have not received this on this occasion. We will look into this for you right away and someone will be in touch with you later today to provide you with an update. Response date: 30th October 2024
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I was pleased that I was able to open 2 new accounts...

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I was pleased that I was able to open 2 new accounts without having to make an appointment, by filling in the application forms and bringing them back into Winchester (my nearest) branch, and that cheques were acceptable deposits. There was a minor panic caused in that the lady i/c told me that the cheques would clear in 5-6 days but in fact it was 2 or 3 days, so for 24 hours ( after using a cash machine) I wondered where my £20,000 had gone until I could get to my bank to check that it had come in and out of my account to yourselves much quicker than I was told. Reviewed on: 29th October 2024
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Paul G
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - apologies that you had a worry - we will note that sometimes it can be quicker to avoid this in future. Response date: 30th October 2024
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After very poor service from a well known large bank...

5
After very poor service from a well known large bank I called in to my local Newbury branch to discuss possibly transferring a savings account. The Manager and another member of staff were very helpful, were very knowledgeable and welcoming. Furthermore, unlike many of the larger organisations they have a physical branch local to me. The interest rates available for my savings were much better than where they had been placed so it was an easy decision to move my investment. Reviewed on: 28th October 2024
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Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you Gerald for taking time to leave feedback - we appreciate it. Welcome to the Newbury! Response date: 29th October 2024
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