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Newbury Building Society: Savings reviews

4.89
Based on 8,674 reviews, last reviewed 27th Feb 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

New member but everyone has been so helpful. New member but everyone has been so helpful. Love the face to face experience and I get a real passbook Reviewed on: 26th February 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

In branch service review Very good, pleasant, very helpful staff and easy transactions. Reviewed on: 31st July 2025
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Review of the Newbury Building Society, Savings:

Newbury Building Society are time wasters

1
I recently applied online to open a new saver account. I opened the account without any problems and I deposited funds. A few days later I received a phone call from a representative of Newbury Building Society informing me that my account will be closed because I live outside of their area of operation. When I mentioned that there was nothing in the account information or the application suggesting that I was not eligible to open the saving account, the response that I got from the representative of the society was that the rule about living in the operation area was stated in some obscure document that was available on their website. Allowing customers to open and fund saving accounts online and then deciding to close these accounts for reasons not mentioned in the account documentation is not a way to do business. It shows that Newbury Building Society is not a serious financial institution. The market is very competitive and my time is far to precious to have to deal with time wasters such as Newbury Building Society. Reviewed on: 26th April 2021
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hello Konstantinos, we are sorry to hear this. The terms and conditions (the document you mention) include full details of regional restriction information which outlines the post codes. To open the account we advise that these should be read and then you must then tick to agree that you have read them to complete the account opening process. We will certainly review how we can make it clearer that the terms and conditions include vital information and should be read on the site as a result of your feedback, so thank you for taking the time to provide it. If you would like someone to contact you to discuss this please do contact us at enquiries @ newbury.co.uk. Response date: 26th April 2021
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In branch service review

5
Always helpful and prefer to do my transactions in person. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Your feedback brightened our day – thank you for being a valued member. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
I like face to face transactions, the staff are always amazing. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society We’re delighted you’re satisfied with our service and grateful for your support. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
I like staff - Miss McGowen Age 7. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for your kind words – we’re so pleased you had a great experience with us. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
I like high street presence and stuff. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society It’s always lovely to hear from happy members – we really appreciate your kind words. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
Renata very cheerful polite and professional. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review – it means a lot to Renata. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
Interest rates could be better, but good service. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society We're so pleased to hear you had a great experience – thank you for sharing your feedback. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
Well informed staff, polite and helpful. "peaceful" pleasant environment. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society It’s always lovely to hear from happy members – we really appreciate your kind words. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
Quick to get an appointment and helpful and clear in said Appointment. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for your support – we’re proud to serve our members and always happy to help. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
Friendly staff, easy to open account clear on the terms and conditions. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Your feedback means a lot to us and we’re so pleased we could meet your expectations. Response date: 10th November 2025
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In branch service review

5
helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and polite. Reviewed on: 31st October 2025
Reply from Newbury Building Society Thank you for your continued trust in Newbury Building Society – we’re always here to help. Response date: 10th November 2025
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