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Rated Excellent 4.88/5

Scottish Building Society reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 3,729 product reviews

Average score of 4.88/5
5 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 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 3729 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Visited Inverness branch last week

Savings 13th April 2026

Visited Inverness branch last week, they were very busy but despite this Natalie was still smiling away and was very helpful

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Rated Excellent 5/5
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Great service from all local staff, always pleasant...

Savings 13th April 2026

Great service from all local staff, always pleasant and very pleasant to deal with.

Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 5/5

    I spoke to lorraine kane who was able to help with m...

    I spoke to lorraine kane who was able to help with my enquiry, very proffesional as always

    {"display":"Janice M","full_name":"Janice M","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Janice M 13th April 2026
  • 5/5

    Very helpful and informative and good privacy.

    Very helpful and informative and good privacy.

    Savings
    Verified source 13th April 2026
  • 5/5

    Telephone conversation with Abbie McKinley was an in...

    Telephone conversation with Abbie McKinley was an informative & pleasant experience. Abbie was patient & took time to explain & deal with my enquiry to my satisfaction.

    {"display":"Susan R","full_name":"Susan R","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Susan R 12th April 2026
  • 5/5

    I opened a savings account with Natalie in the Inver...

    I opened a savings account with Natalie in the Inverness branch. She was very thorough and explained everything I needed to know.

    Savings
    Verified source 10th April 2026
  • 5/5

    I was happy to see that your rates have Improved wit...

    I was happy to see that your rates have Improved with the new tax year, I was assisted by Kaia in Edinburgh today who was great.

    Savings
    Verified source 10th April 2026
  • 5/5

    First class Customer services

    Called customer relationship centre for help to get back on line and they were so help . Stayed on the call till I was in... Called customer relationship centre for help to get back on line and they were so help . Stayed on the call till I was in the website and could view my accounts . Read more Read less

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    Savings
    LR 10th April 2026
  • 5/5

    The staff are extremely helpful nothing is too much...

    The staff are extremely helpful nothing is too much trouble and always go the extra mile

    Savings
    Verified source 10th April 2026
  • 5/5

    De was exceptionally helpful in resolving my issue.

    De was exceptionally helpful in resolving my issue.

    Savings
    Verified source 10th April 2026
  • 5/5

    Lovely Cara - great service

    I visited the Aberdeen branch at a very busy point of the day however, Cara was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day.... I visited the Aberdeen branch at a very busy point of the day however, Cara was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day. She dealt with each customer promptly and efficiently and was warm and welcoming throughout. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 10th April 2026

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