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Rated Excellent 4.89/5

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 3,820 product reviews

Average score of 4.89/5
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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

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I recently visited the branch to open a new account...

Savings 6th May 2026

I recently visited the branch to open a new account and had a genuinely great experience. The team were brilliant from start to finish, friendly,... I recently visited the branch to open a new account and had a genuinely great experience. The team were brilliant from start to finish, friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient. Everything was explained clearly and the whole process felt simple and well-organised, which made a real difference. I even found myself saying I wish more organisations made things this easy! I also really appreciated that, despite arriving quite late, the team continued to serve me without any rush, even after hours. That level of customer care doesn’t go unnoticed. A big thank you to the team for making what could have been a stressful task feel straightforward and positive. Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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Easy to deal with.

Savings 5th May 2026

Easy to deal with. Everything explained clearly.

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 5/5

    The ladies in Frederick street are a delight.

    The ladies in Frederick street are a delight. I was assisted by Kaia today and she handled all of my queries perfectly.

    Savings
    Verified source 5th May 2026
  • 5/5

    A couple of issues were sorted out quickly by Katie...

    A couple of issues were sorted out quickly by Katie McKnight

    {"display":"JACK DRAKE","full_name":"JACK DRAKE","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    JACK DRAKE 5th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Staff are friendly and professional.

    Staff are friendly and professional. It feels like part of a family or community which is sadly lacking in other institutions.

    Savings
    Verified source 5th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Called Customer Service this morning with a query on...

    Called Customer Service this morning with a query on moving ISA products, they were very friendly, helpful and answered my questions fully.

    {"display":"Heather W","full_name":"Heather W","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Heather W 5th May 2026
  • 5/5

    Visited branch today and Audrey was very helpful in...

    Visited branch today and Audrey was very helpful in assisting me with investing my existing ISA into a new Fixed ISA, very satisfied with the service

    Savings
    Verified source 1st May 2026
  • 5/5

    I found the customer experience in the branch to be...

    I found the customer experience in the branch to be very good but have now moved to a small town without a branch so set... I found the customer experience in the branch to be very good but have now moved to a small town without a branch so set up online dealings. There were a couple of snags in the process but I was able to quickly speak with an advisor who talked me through to process to get started. The website looks easy enough but I would still prefer to use a branch if there was one near me. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Wu Wei 1st May 2026
  • 5/5

    Personal face to face service for my isa

    Personal face to face service for my isa

    Savings
    Verified source 1st May 2026
  • 5/5

    Always great customer service

    Always great customer service from Scottish Building Society. Katie from the Troon office was very helpful when I got in touch, polite and prompt with her support.

    {"display":"Amy","full_name":"Amy","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Amy 1st May 2026
  • 5/5

    Excellent Customer Service as always

    Very helpful today when in Glasgow to open new accounts, friendly, efficient and professional

    Savings
    Verified source 1st May 2026

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