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Scottish Building Society reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.91/5

Scottish Building Society reviews

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Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 4,094 product reviews

Average score of 4.91/5
5 star
90%
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 positively over the past 90 days

Scottish Building Society really shines with its friendly, helpful staff and the comfort of face-to-face service in local branches. People appreciate the clear explanations and personal touch, especially when dealing with savings and ISAs. On the downside, many find the interest rates a bit low and wish for better online services and more branch locations.

Positive themes

  • Scottish Building Society’s staff are friendly, helpful, and make banking feel personal.
  • Scottish Building Society’s branches offer a welcoming face-to-face experience that many really value.
  • Scottish Building Society makes ISA setup and transfers straightforward with clear advice.

Negative themes

  • Interest rates on Scottish Building Society savings and ISAs could be more competitive.
  • Online services are slow or cumbersome; many wish for better digital options.
  • Branch closures and limited opening hours frustrate those who prefer in-person banking.
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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 4094 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Called as somebody had told me they would email a ta...

Savings 9th July 2026

Called as somebody had told me they would email a tax statement to me but never received it. June gave me figure over phone and... Called as somebody had told me they would email a tax statement to me but never received it. June gave me figure over phone and is going to send it to me. She also went through my other accounts to make sure they were right for me. Discovered I had lost a passbook so going to send a form so I can get another one, extremely grateful for her help Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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June was so patient and helpful getting me set up fo...

Savings 9th July 2026

June was so patient and helpful getting me set up for online access she took me through all the steps on the phone and was... June was so patient and helpful getting me set up for online access she took me through all the steps on the phone and was so clear with her support thank you for making my day less stressful Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    Excellent Service

    Great face to face experience in Glasgow office today. I couldnt access my online profile and Rachel sat with me and talked me through how... Great face to face experience in Glasgow office today. I couldnt access my online profile and Rachel sat with me and talked me through how to do this, from start to finish. I am now able to access my savings online Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 9th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Natalie treated us like VIPs, it was a fantastic exp...

    Natalie treated us like VIPs, it was a fantastic experience being new to the Society. Professional yet very friendly and we were made to feel so very welcome.

    Savings
    Verified source 9th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Very helpful and good service from Audrey

    Very helpful and good service from Audrey

    Savings
    Verified source 9th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    My cash ISA is maturing this month

    My cash ISA is maturing this month and i wish to reinvest and also set some aside to help my daughter. As I'm getting older,... My cash ISA is maturing this month and i wish to reinvest and also set some aside to help my daughter. As I'm getting older, and get thrown by doing things by computer, I spoke with Cara Morrice as to what I could do. Cara, was very patient, very kind in her manner and also in helping me do the right thing. At no point did I feel pressured and I have decided that I will reinvest in your Building Society. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    neilsmith 8th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    The girls in Aberdeen can’t do enough to help!

    The girls in Aberdeen can’t do enough to help! I visited the branch today to collect my ISA passbook and let them know I would... The girls in Aberdeen can’t do enough to help! I visited the branch today to collect my ISA passbook and let them know I would be away when my ISA is up but Cara has put things in place so it won’t be an issue. Fantastic service and it’s so nice to be able to talk to someone face to face! Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 8th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Always above and beyond service at the Galashiels br...

    Always above and beyond service at the Galashiels branch. Saw Audrey today very friendly and efficient.

    Savings
    Verified source 8th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Audrey was very helpful and friendly

    Audrey was very helpful and friendly

    Savings
    Verified source 8th July 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Abbie in Edinburgh was very helpful and professional.

    Abbie in Edinburgh was very helpful and professional. I was informed on the savings accounts available and found the whole experience easy and hassle free.

    Savings
    Verified source 7th July 2026
  • 4.00/5

    I was taken at the right time and Abbie was very ple...

    I was taken at the right time and Abbie was very pleasant and assisted me in the transfer process.The whole experience took less time than... I was taken at the right time and Abbie was very pleasant and assisted me in the transfer process.The whole experience took less time than I had anticipated and appears to have been smooth. Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 7th July 2026

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