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Newbury Building Society: Savings reviews

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Based on 8,721 reviews, last reviewed 8th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Was late at the Branch. Was late at the Branch. Manager kindly, saw me even I did not have an appointment.. I really appriciate and i had a great welcome. Reviewed on: 8th May 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

I am finding it very difficult to create an account... I am finding it very difficult to create an account on line. Very confusing. Reviewed on: 29th April 2026
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Newbury Building Society offer a range of savings accounts.

You can book a savings appointment in branch, over the phone or via video call. If you don’t need support, you can also apply for a savings account online.

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Newbury Building Society Savings reviews (8722)

Excellent service- thank you

5
Very good, Isabel looked after us really well and ensured we were able to open our new savings accounts. 10/10. Reviewed on: 13th November 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Malcolm, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us - we will share your comments with Isabel, who will be so pleased to hear them. Many thanks Response date: 19th November 2020
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Quick service and good advice

5
We dont go in more than a few times a year as we use the Newbury for savings and deposits more than anything. The wokingham counter staff are always friendly and welcoming and work fast. We needed some quick advice on options resulting in some new accounts to be created. All done in 10mins and new books in the post 2 days later. Reviewed on: 6th November 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society HI Matt, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us - we really appreciate it. Response date: 6th November 2020
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Delay with opening.

3
I like NBS and opened a second account. I was then asked for all sorts of ID proof even tho am customer. When challenged this was not required in the end but no reason given. Reviewed on: 6th November 2020

Easy Procedures

5
Met by good welcome from several staff. Told in clear terms how account would be opened. Link to previously recorded details made quickly. Forms checked and a mistake swiftly found and corrected. Reviewed on: 3rd November 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Mrs Greaves, thank you for taking the time to provide feedback - we really appreciate it. Response date: 5th November 2020
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Savings at difficult times

5
I have been with Newbury Building Society as an investor since I moved to Newbury in 2015. The concept of a local financial organisation that invests locally for the benefit of local people appeals to me. The rates on savings are not the best in the market, but you are well-managed and easily accessible. Your staff always give an excellent service, whether at the premises in Newbury or on the phone. Reviewed on: 2nd November 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Ray, thank you for your feedback and taking the time to leave it here. We will share your comments with our teams as they are much appreciated by us all. Response date: 5th November 2020
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Personal service at Newbury Building Society

5
Our individual assistant NBY/AKH was calm, kind and efficient. Reviewed on: 31st October 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi John, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - appreciate it! Response date: 5th November 2020
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Senior Service

5
Having opened a Senior Saver Account online, I attempted an online transfer of money into that account. Unfortunately, the bank from which the money was coming could not identify my Newbury account. Not wanting to trust a cheque for a rather large sum to the post, I went to a local branch. My requirements were promptly dealt with by pleasant, polite and efficient staff. Reviewed on: 30th October 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Boaksie, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - we do appreciate it and will look into why this may have happened for future reference. Response date: 30th October 2020
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Excellent service and competitive interest rates...

5
Really knowledgeable staff who were helpful and friendly. Speedy service, the new account was up and running within a couple of days. Good interest rates too compared to other financial institutions with similar accounts. I would recommend Newbury Building Society, do not dismiss them because they are fairly small! Reviewed on: 30th October 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Penny - we agree - size doesn't always matter! Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave feedback for us. We really appreciate it. Response date: 30th October 2020
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All very easy

5
Clear and straightforward to open a new account. Reviewed on: 30th October 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi mark, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us, we do appreciate it. Response date: 30th October 2020
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Excellent professional, friendly and efficient service with a smile

5
We went in to top up and EMA by didn't realise the annual limit. We talked it through and split our deposits into the max on the EMA and opened up a senior saver account. Simple, straightforward and very helpful team in the office - well done Reviewed on: 30th October 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Claire and Nigel, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - we really appreciate it - and the team will be so pleased to hear your comments. Response date: 30th October 2020
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