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Saffron Building Society: Savings reviews

4.76
Based on 6,379 reviews, last reviewed 9th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

The most patient and fabulous staff at Royston branch The two assistants were fabulous, we had trouble with our online accounts, they were so patient and helpful, we were still being helped after the bran... Read more Reviewed on: 9th April 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

One person on the desk at lunchtime who was clearly... One person on the desk at lunchtime who was clearly dealing with a back office issue. Queue of 4 waiting for over half an hour. I would expect there t... Read more Reviewed on: 2nd April 2026
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Saffron Building Society have a wide range of savings accounts on offer.

Choose from regular savers, easy access accounts, fixed rate bonds and notice accounts. You can also book a free Financial Wellbeing review to help you make the most of your savings.

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Saffron Building Society Savings reviews (6379)

Savings Review

5
A polite caring and professional lady. Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
All of the telephonists are very knowledgeable and professional.. Higher savings rates always help.. Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
Very helpful and had a great knowledge of all S W building society's products Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

4
Excellent although would prefer online access Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

4
Friendly assistant on phone. Saffron savings rates are poor compared to your competitors unfortunately Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
End of yearpaper statement of accounts held as Leeds do Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

4
On line easy to use and well laid out. Saffron interest rates uncompetitive,you do not react swiftly to BoE rate rises. I expect a Building Society to behave in the best interests of members not like a bank. 400 character limit is poor. Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
Was very satisfied with complete process and cannot find any room for more improvement. Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
Based on this experience alone, I almost had second thoughts about renewing my regular saver. But other accounts I already hold offer better rates and meet my current needs better. Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

Savings Review

5
Speed of working through my transaction could not have been better Reviewed on: 16th January 2023

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