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Newbury Building Society: Savings reviews

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Based on 8,722 reviews, last reviewed 11th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent Customer Service Connor was very helpful and gave good advice on the savings account that was appropriate for my circumstances. I would recommend Newbury Building Soc... Read more Reviewed on: 11th 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)

Amazing

5
Went into the the branch to made a deposit and while there asked if I could review my savings. Providing I did not mind waiting then someone would help. I took a seat for a few minutes and Chloe appeared took me into a private room and suggested what was possible and promptly proceeded to complete the necessary paperwork advised the terms surrounding the account I signed the paperwork and came home with everything managed to my satisfaction. One of the benefits of using a local renowned building society. All on my doorstep and with knowledgeable staff. Reviewed on: 21st February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Celia, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We will let Chloe know, she will be so pleased. It's much appreciated. Response date: 24th February 2020
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easy to open

5
staff were friendly and knowledgeable we were taken through all steps to open a joint account in an efficient manner,advised of the interest decrease so no hidden surprises there. after paying our initial fee the following day all papers were received. This is how to do business Reviewed on: 21st February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Chris, thank you for your comments and for taking the time to leave feedback. Response date: 21st February 2020
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Great rates

5
Whilst opening a new savings account is always a bit bureaucratic (due to money laundering etc) this was a straightforward application and all worked as expected Reviewed on: 21st February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. It's much appreciated. Response date: 21st February 2020
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Very helpful and easy to deal with!

5
Straight forward application, pleasant staff called me to check some details and account all opened and operational within a few days. Nice to speak to real people. Reviewed on: 21st February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi David, thank you for taking time to leave feedback. It's much appreciated and it's good to hear that your transaction was straightforward. Response date: 21st February 2020
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Very helpful lady and set up account with the minimum of stress

5
I knew what I wanted and came in with completed form for her to input onto computer ( although computer was having a “ Monday Morning Moment”). It took a while to do but as I didn’t have an appointment, I wasn’t kept an overly long time doing it. As I had opened another savings account a few months previously, she remembered me. I do like to support local businesses and as such have recommended you to my parents so they will. Be opening accounts with you shortly Reviewed on: 17th February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Nuttynan, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, it's much appreciated by us. We are so pleased to hear that you have received good service and thank you for recommending us to your parents. Response date: 17th February 2020
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Excellent Customer Service

5
My wife and I had an interview with Tracie at the Basingstoke branch as we wanted to open a savings account. She was very professional and helpful and made it very easy to select the right savings account for our needs. Excellent old-school customer service like this is hard to find nowadays and it is so refreshing that the Newbury building society still maintains it. We would highly recommend the society to any new saver. Reviewed on: 14th February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi, thank you for taking time to leave feedback for us. We will be sure to share your comments with Tracie, who will be pleased to hear them. Thank you again and welcome to the Newbury. Response date: 17th February 2020
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Efficient Service

5
On wanting to opening a savings account I telephoned the help line. It was answered quickly with a friendly voice. I was transferred to another team member who knew the answer to my question. No hanging or the line or ‘hold music’. I returned the paper work and two days later I had my account opened with all the relevant documents in a neat folder sent to me. Quick, efficient and professional service. Thank you. Reviewed on: 14th February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us. It's much appreciated and we are always pleased to hear that your transaction was straightforward and simple. Response date: 17th February 2020
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Reassuring and easy to understand

5
The lady that dealt with my account was friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We need to keep people like her in branch otherwise online gets lonely. Very professional service . Reviewed on: 14th February 2020
Reply from Newbury Building Society Hi Hilary, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are committed to providing personal customer service through our branch as we agree that it is is important to our members. Thanks again. Response date: 14th February 2020
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very easy setting up an online saver

5
it took little time to do an online account with Newbury. When I needed help, they were there for me and helped straightaway Reviewed on: 14th February 2020

Excellent products, efficient systems and very helpful staff!

5
I have found my experience of opening savings accounts and organising transactions with the Newbury Building Society to be really simple. The staff on the phones respond quickly and are friendly and know their stuff! Highly recommended. Reviewed on: 14th February 2020

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