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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 4,020 product reviews

Average score of 4.91/5
5 star
90%
4 star
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3 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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Showing 11 of 4020 company reviews Last reviewed within 7 days

Excellent customer service by phone & e-mail

Savings 24th June 2026

Have had a few contacts lately with SBS: (1) Loraine/Glasgow: phonecall was answered swiftly by the member of staff, clearly human and conversing professionally yet... Have had a few contacts lately with SBS: (1) Loraine/Glasgow: phonecall was answered swiftly by the member of staff, clearly human and conversing professionally yet naturally and friendly, and who was able to deal with my query easily [all much appreciated ie no long wait with repetitive music, no robotic reading from script, etc.]; (2) Katie/Troon: a message sent at the weekend and which was responded to swiftly by the member of staff early on the next working day and actioned immediately [this reassurance was much appreciated as it had been a matter of concern]. Read more Read less

Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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All questions answered via telephone today from Kati...

Savings 24th June 2026

All questions answered via telephone today from Katie and I left the call confident my father can go into a branch to arrange his transactions... All questions answered via telephone today from Katie and I left the call confident my father can go into a branch to arrange his transactions safely. Fantastic service which is not common these days. Read more Read less

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Rated Excellent 5.00/5
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  • 5.00/5

    Nice friendly atmosphere from Natalie and Shirley, a...

    Nice friendly atmosphere from Natalie and Shirley, always happy for a chat

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Always very helpful dealing with transactions.

    Always very helpful dealing with transactions. Much appreciated especially in this sometimes confusing technological time

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Spoke with Cara today.

    Spoke with Cara today. Such a pleasant lass and took care of everything I needed

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Really great service from Kaia in the Edinburgh bran...

    Really great service from Kaia in the Edinburgh branch today, she was very helpful with answering questions and my ISA

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Due to the prompt and efficient service from Natalie...

    Due to the prompt and efficient service from Natalie I have refrained from transferring my ISA elsewhere. The service I got far outweighed the slightly... Due to the prompt and efficient service from Natalie I have refrained from transferring my ISA elsewhere. The service I got far outweighed the slightly higher interest rate I would have got Read more Read less

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Always excellent service , advice and friendly helpf...

    Always excellent service , advice and friendly helpful attitude

    Savings
    Verified source 24th June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Spoke to Shirley McIntosh today...

    Spoke to Shirley McIntosh today and was very happy with the experience. Shirley knew what she was taking about and even though it was 4.50... Spoke to Shirley McIntosh today and was very happy with the experience. Shirley knew what she was taking about and even though it was 4.50 she dealt with my queries in an excellent and professional manner. Thank you Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Kathleen M 23rd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Efficient as always in gala served by Lorraine today...

    Efficient as always in gala served by Lorraine today I normally get her or Audrey and both are very good at what they do ..no complaints ..keep passbooks

    Savings
    Verified source 23rd June 2026
  • 5.00/5

    Quick transaction completed in Troon branch

    Quick transaction completed in Troon branch

    Savings
    Verified source 23rd June 2026

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