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Newbury Building Society: Savings reviews

4.88
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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Amy Purnell

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

5
Compared to current retail banking practices this is slower but more friendly and understandable, thank you. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Would like an option to move online. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
The team have been incredible in helping me pay a large amount of collected loose change into my daughter's account. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

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5
Excellent customer service form all staff - helpful and friendly, thank you. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

4
Enjoyed the engagement with staff. Very friendly. Opening my bond in branch took a long time today. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Friendly and experienced staff, with a pleasant environment. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Really helpful staff who were more than happy to help with a bank registration set-up. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Easy, simple and very well explained. Friendly. Exactly what we wanted - a bank with a personal approach. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Very friendly people, everything has been super helpful and well explained. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

In branch service review

5
Very helpful and informative, and friendly. Reviewed on: 31st July 2024

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