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Scottish Building Society reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.91/5

Scottish Building Society reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 3,975 product reviews

Average score of 4.91/5
5 star
91%
4 star
8%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Reviews for Scottish Building Society have trended negatively over the past 90 days

Scottish Building Society really shines with its friendly, helpful staff and the personal touch of local branches, which many find reassuring and easy to deal with. The savings products are generally well explained and competitive, though some feel the interest rates could be better. Online services and digital processes often frustrate users, especially with ISA transfers and account management, and there’s a strong wish for more branches and improved digital tools.

Positive themes

  • Scottish Building Society’s staff are consistently friendly, helpful, and professional.
  • The personal service and face-to-face contact at Scottish Building Society branches is much appreciated.
  • Scottish Building Society’s ISA and savings account staff provide clear advice and helpful support.

Negative themes

  • The online system is often confusing and not user-friendly for Scottish Building Society savers.
  • Interest rates at Scottish Building Society are sometimes seen as uncompetitive or too low.
  • Fewer branches and limited local access frustrate many Scottish Building Society customers.
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About Scottish Building Society

Scottish Building Society are as true to our purpose today as the day we were founded in 1848– we help the people of Scotland and beyond to buy homes and save for the future by providing uncomplicated financial products in a reassuring and friendly way.

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Reviews for Scottish Building Society

Showing 11 of 3975 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Went into Edinburgh to have interest added to our bo...

Savings 16th June 2026

Went into Edinburgh to have interest added to our books. June Mitchell reviewed our accounts when we were there. Gave information on the accounts available,... Went into Edinburgh to have interest added to our books. June Mitchell reviewed our accounts when we were there. Gave information on the accounts available, and we chose to close an isa with low rate into a fixed term one with a higher rate for my wife. Very good service from staff always Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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The service from SBS is excellent.

Savings 16th June 2026

The service from SBS is excellent. From answering the phone with very little wait time, to the customer service levels. The society can do no... The service from SBS is excellent. From answering the phone with very little wait time, to the customer service levels. The society can do no wrong. Recently spoke with Katie and Lorraine and they were very attentive. Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    1st time

    Very good most attentive &informative

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    A warm welcome and no fuss is always a guarantee at...

    A warm welcome and no fuss is always a guarantee at Aberdeen. Thank you for your help today Sophie

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Personal Service

    Katie, at Troon, with time and patience, led me through some form filling. It was very much a personal service.

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    Savings
    Robert C 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Painless and quick.

    Painless and quick. Limited local banks though, had to go to Glasgow to open an account.

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Very helpful Shirley for maturity

    Very helpful Shirley for maturity

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    All staff friendly and helpful and welcoming

    All staff friendly and helpful and welcoming

  • 5.00/5

    Audrey was very helpful and explained my ISAs when I...

    Audrey was very helpful and explained my ISAs when I visited the branch with my maturity instructions

    Savings
    Verified source 12th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Telephone call to check on my accounts, Edinburgh br...

    Telephone call to check on my accounts, Edinburgh branch answered. Jane offered to send out interest statements for my tax too - very good

    Savings
    Verified source 12th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    June helped me open an isa and transfer one to sbs.

    June helped me open an isa and transfer one to sbs. Very smooth and quick process

    Savings
    Verified source 12th June 2026

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