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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 3,916 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 3916 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Visited the Troon branch today and although the bran...

Savings 4th June 2026

Visited the Troon branch today and although the branch was very busy Dawn was a delight to deal with.

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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Tip top service

Savings 4th June 2026

Tip top service as always never a bad experience in my 9yrs of being a member

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    Lorayne was very helpful and compassionate when disc...

    Lorayne was very helpful and compassionate when discussing a more personal situation i genuinely felt listened to and she was really helpful il be back... Lorayne was very helpful and compassionate when discussing a more personal situation i genuinely felt listened to and she was really helpful il be back next week to finish off my accounts many thanks to her Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Sophie was really helpful when I had questions about...

    Sophie was really helpful when I had questions about my forms. Put me at ease and answered everything

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Lorraine and Audrey in Galashiels are friendly and h...

    Lorraine and Audrey in Galashiels are friendly and helpful. They provide good explanations and they helped me fill in the forms. I needed. I like... Lorraine and Audrey in Galashiels are friendly and helpful. They provide good explanations and they helped me fill in the forms. I needed. I like that I can go in and speak to someone face to face. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    A pleasant visit with Shirley opening a savings acco...

    A pleasant visit with Shirley opening a savings account.

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Great service

    Great service from Katie contacting me regrading my bank details which I had trouble providing online. The problem was resolved efficiently.

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    I popped in for information on savings.

    I popped in for information on savings. Staff very pleasant and knowledgeable. I’m shopping around so a good impression made

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Great experience in the branch in Frederick street.

    Great experience in the branch in Frederick street. We opened an isa for each of us and June explained everything really clearly. Very profession and friendly

    Savings
    Verified source 4th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Very helpful from Gerard thank you

    Very helpful from Gerard thank you

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Swift service, friendly manner.

    Swift service, friendly manner. Nothing too much trouble and had outcome required. Abbie McKinley was excellent

    Savings
    Verified source 3rd June 2026

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