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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 4,068 product reviews

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

Scottish Building Society really shines with its friendly, helpful staff and the comfort of face-to-face service in local branches. People appreciate the clear explanations and personal touch, especially when dealing with savings and ISAs. On the downside, many find the interest rates a bit low and wish for better online services and more branch locations.

Positive themes

  • Scottish Building Society’s staff are friendly, helpful, and make banking feel personal.
  • Scottish Building Society’s branches offer a welcoming face-to-face experience that many really value.
  • Scottish Building Society makes ISA setup and transfers straightforward with clear advice.

Negative themes

  • Interest rates on Scottish Building Society savings and ISAs could be more competitive.
  • Online services are slow or cumbersome; many wish for better digital options.
  • Branch closures and limited opening hours frustrate those who prefer in-person banking.
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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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Showing 11 of 4068 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Excellent service

Savings 3rd July 2026

Popped into the Galashiels branch earlier in the week looking to open a new account. Lorraine advised me that increased rates would be available from... Popped into the Galashiels branch earlier in the week looking to open a new account. Lorraine advised me that increased rates would be available from Thursday. She gave me the application form and advised me I could hand it in later in the week. This is just another example of the excellent customer service I receive from my local branch and I appreciate the fact she didn't just let me sign up at the lower rate. Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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Savings 3rd July 2026

On 3rd July 2026 at c. 12.25, I phoned customer service, Scottish Building Society, and was put through almost at once to Katie McKnight at... On 3rd July 2026 at c. 12.25, I phoned customer service, Scottish Building Society, and was put through almost at once to Katie McKnight at Troon; my query (interest for the past tax year on my account) was dealt with most efficiently and pleasantly by her. The whole call lasted under 5 minutes - a commendable achievement. Read more Read less

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  • 5.00/5

    Thanks lorraine in gala.

    Thanks lorraine in gala..always helpfull all the ladies are lovely

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Many thanks to the ladies in Inverness, they make so...

    Many thanks to the ladies in Inverness, they make sorting my finances so much easier

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Inverness Branch

    Shirley in Inverness branch was very knowledgeable of the systems and helpful.Solved some issues for me today

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Staff review

    Great service from Loraiine at Glasgow branch olso great service from Katie MC knight at their troon branch so pleasent sfaff

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Went into Glasgow branch today great service from Lo...

    Went into Glasgow branch today great service from Loraine

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Cara was lovely to deal with today.

    Cara was lovely to deal with today. Thank you

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    I went in to Edinburgh as I need to transfer money.

    I went in to Edinburgh as I need to transfer money. June did this for me, and I was very grateful to her for making... I went in to Edinburgh as I need to transfer money. June did this for me, and I was very grateful to her for making sure I was happy to do such a big value transfer. Reassuring ti know they have my interests at heart Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    I met with Abbie in Edinburgh Frederick St branch.

    I met with Abbie in Edinburgh Frederick St branch. She was very pleasant, helpful and knowledgable and guided me through the steps I needed to... I met with Abbie in Edinburgh Frederick St branch. She was very pleasant, helpful and knowledgable and guided me through the steps I needed to take to get a better interest rate on my savings. I took application forms home but found I didn't understand some of the questions. I phoned Abbie and she talked me through what I needed to do. Thank you Abbie and well done. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Troon.S. B. S

    Troon. Katie was as usual. Very helpful and made things straightforward

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    Savings
    Paul Gysin 3rd July 2026

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