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Saffron Building Society reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.76/5

Saffron Building Society reviews

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  • Award winning organisation
    Award winning organisation
  • FCA approved and regulated
    FCA approved and regulated
  • Positioned as being a socially responsible organisation
    Positioned as being a socially responsible organisation
  • UK-based contact centre
    UK-based contact centre

Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 7,682 product reviews

Average score of 4.76/5
5 star
84%
4 star
9%
3 star
3%
2 star
2%
1 star
2%
Reviews for Saffron Building Society have trended negatively over the past 90 days

Saffron Building Society shines with genuinely friendly, helpful staff who make banking feel personal and straightforward, especially in branch and over the phone. Their service is often described as patient and professional, making tricky processes easier. However, the online experience and ISA rates often frustrate, with slow transfers, poor app functionality, and lower interest compared to competitors.

Positive themes

  • Saffron Building Society staff are consistently friendly, helpful and patient in branch and on calls.
  • Saffron Building Society offers clear advice and makes mortgage and savings processes easy to understand.
  • Having a local branch open is a big plus for Saffron Building Society customers.

Negative themes

  • Saffron Building Society’s online services and app are often slow and tricky to use.
  • ISA rates at Saffron Building Society are frequently seen as lower than competitors.
  • Mortgage interest rates at Saffron Building Society are considered high and inflexible by some.
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About Saffron Building Society

Saffron Building Society is a mutual organisation and has a number of branches throughout Essex, Hertfordshire and Suffolk.

Saffron Building Society’s roots go back to January 1849 when the 'Saffron Walden Second Building Society' was founded by Reverend John Marten.

Products offered by Saffron Building Society include savings, mortgages and equity release.

Saffron Building Society at a glance

Contact details

Website
Visit provider website
Phone
0800 072 1100
Email
[email protected]
Main address
Saffron House, 1A Market Street, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1HX
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Reviews for Saffron Building Society

Showing 11 of 7682 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Super helpful customer service.

Savings 19th May 2026

Super helpful customer service. Resolved my issue in a friendly manner and ensured the call ended with me having what I needed

Rated Excellent 5/5
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Out of course mortgage payments

Mortgages 19th May 2026

I have paid off various sums fro our mortgage over recent years. Lisa Howard has been very helpful - clear and prompt communication. Happy client.

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 5/5

    Very lovely relaxed atmosphere but still professiona...

    Very lovely relaxed atmosphere but still professional as well we saw Kyle and Sam for an appointment today at Halstead Branch

    Savings
    Verified source 19th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Spoke to Customer Services over the phone because my...

    Spoke to Customer Services over the phone because my app has been blocked. They were very helpful patient with me and stayed on the phone... Spoke to Customer Services over the phone because my app has been blocked. They were very helpful patient with me and stayed on the phone until we had resolved my issues. Read more Read less

  • 5/5

    Very happy with the service at Halstead saw Lyn...

    Very happy with the service at Halstead saw Lyn today

    Savings
    Verified source 19th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Always found the staff chatty and lovely at Halstead...

    Always found the staff chatty and lovely at Halstead served by Lyn today

    Savings
    Verified source 19th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Prompt response.

    Prompt response. Clear and helpful communication. Very happy with the service provided.

    Mortgages
    Verified source 18th May 2026
  • 5/5

    The staff are always very helpful, friendly and know...

    The staff are always very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about any products that I ask about.

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    Savings
    Michele N 18th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Staff are very helpful

    The staff are always lovely and very helpful with any questions I have.

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    Savings
    Pip N 18th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Always happy with the service at Halstead everyone i...

    Always happy with the service at Halstead everyone is always happy and polite

    Savings
    Verified source 18th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Always been very happy with the service in Halstead,...

    Always been very happy with the service in Halstead, served by Lyn today

    Savings
    Verified source 18th May 2026

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