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Scottish Building Society reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.91/5

Scottish Building Society reviews

Verified business Last reviewed within 7 days Customer Satisfaction Champion Consumer Guardian

Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 3,899 product reviews

Average score of 4.91/5
5 star
91%
4 star
8%
3 star
1%
2 star
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1 star
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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 3899 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Great service from June .

Savings 2nd June 2026

Great service from June ...she was dealing with another member who was some what complicated I was observing from afar and she was very very... Great service from June ...she was dealing with another member who was some what complicated I was observing from afar and she was very very good glad to have been personally served by some one who cares and has alot of patience , us older generation need that Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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Very happy with my service from Lorraine, she kindly...

Savings 2nd June 2026

Very happy with my service from Lorraine, she kindly spent time moving me to your new online systems, she was very patient and I was... Very happy with my service from Lorraine, she kindly spent time moving me to your new online systems, she was very patient and I was struggling but this didn't phase her I am conscious I took alot of her time but she was very supportive and got me sorted thank you lorraine I wouldn't have managed with out you Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    Excellent service opening a new account

    Excellent service opening a new account

    Savings
    Verified source 2nd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Great service, friendly staff.

    Great service, friendly staff. Audrey was very curious when I visited to open a new account yesterday. Would recommend SBS.

    Savings
    Verified source 2nd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Always friendly and helpful, ideal branch location

    Always friendly and helpful, ideal branch location

    Savings
    Verified source 2nd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Great service Lovely lady.

    Great service Lovely lady.Thank you..

    Savings
    Verified source 1st June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Branch staff in Edinburgh are extremely helpful.

    Branch staff in Edinburgh are extremely helpful. Kaia was very efficient.

    Savings
    Verified source 29th May 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Excellent service

    As new customers we were welcomed into the branch and promptly attended to by Natalie. She listen to our needs and quickly and clearly addressed... As new customers we were welcomed into the branch and promptly attended to by Natalie. She listen to our needs and quickly and clearly addressed them. Natalie was very helpful and approachable, she is a credit to the Scoiety. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 29th May 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Excellent service from Shirley and Natalie in partic...

    Excellent service from Shirley and Natalie in particular. Would be happy to stay if SBS offered the type of account I now need

    Savings
    Verified source 29th May 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Wonderful service in Inverness, the ladies were a joy

    Wonderful service in Inverness, the ladies were a joy

    Savings
    Verified source 29th May 2026
  • 5.00/5

    I regularly come into the Aberdeen office.

    I regularly come into the Aberdeen office. Always a warm welcome and efficient service

    Savings
    Verified source 29th May 2026

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