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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 3,983 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 3983 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Galashiels Branch Friendly service on the high street.

Savings 17th June 2026

Friendly service on the high street. Quick and efficient and very helpful.

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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I left the Edinburgh branch feeling very informed, K...

Savings 17th June 2026

I left the Edinburgh branch feeling very informed, Kaia was a great help

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    A New Member of the Scottish Building Society.

    I visited the Scottish Building Society branch in Inverness yesterday & saw Natalie who helped me to open a Saver Plus savings account.  Natalie explained... I visited the Scottish Building Society branch in Inverness yesterday & saw Natalie who helped me to open a Saver Plus savings account.  Natalie explained the account thoroughly. She was extremely professional & very friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend anyone to visit the branch & become a member of the building society. I learned that being a member is so much more than just having an account with them & I'm looking forward to hearing from them in the future regarding other products, loyalty rates & their event days. Also, just a wee note...there is no pressure to do online banking & you get a physical passbook, which is lovely these days. A happy customer. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 17th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Very fiendly & not hurried experience.

    Very fiendly & not hurried experience.

    Savings
    Verified source 17th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    friendly efficiency with clear product descriptions

    I was taken for my appointment promptly by Lorraine who was friendly and efficient. She explained the products and process clearly. I had my new ISA sorted in no time.

    Savings
    Verified source 17th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Very good telephone conversation

    Very good telephone conversation

  • 5.00/5

    Visited Galashiels to get my passbooks updated, very...

    Visited Galashiels to get my passbooks updated, very friendly staff was served by Audrey.

    Savings
    Verified source 17th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Kaia in the Edinburgh Branch was friendly and knowle...

    Kaia in the Edinburgh Branch was friendly and knowledgeable when I was enquiring about savings accounts.

    Savings
    Verified source 17th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

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

    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

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    The service from SBS is excellent.

    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

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    1st time

    Very good most attentive &informative

    Savings
    Verified source 16th June 2026

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