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4.91
Based on 3,449 reviews, last reviewed 7th May 2026
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Excellent Building Society. Great competitive rates. Abbie Mckinlay took my call. She was extremely helpful & polite. Woulnt not hesitate to call Scottish Building Society again . Very good competitive ... Read more Reviewed on: 7th May 2026
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Very poor communication and service to members Moving account after drop in interest rate. Delay in contact me on day of maturity so delay in receiving money. Then request copy of my bank statement... Read more Reviewed on: 4th February 2026
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Scottish Building Society have a wide range of savings accounts to choose from.

Scottish Building Society savings accounts include products with fixed or variable rates, limited or instant access and some can be opened with just £1.

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5
Really pleased that a lady in the Galashiels branch spotted I could get an improved interest rate for an account by moving certain other savings for a short time. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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Efficent, friendly, professional

5
Owned by members, there are relationship centres and they have reasonable interest rates. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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Local, competitive, friendly

4
The envelope used to send out documentation was open on both mine and my husbands packs, and they were sent from different branches. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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A nice Society

5
I would like it more if there was a monthly interest option. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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Top class service

5
The Galashiels branch staff were available, helpful and knowledgeable. Paperwork is clear and concise and issued in a timely manner. The personal touch on offer goes a long way. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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Scottish, friendly and accessible

5
The staff are friendly and informative, and very prompt with their service. Reviewed on: 1st February 2024
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5
I like the fact that it is Scottish and had a competitive rate. Reviewed on: 31st January 2024
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5
Scottish Building Society do an excellent service. I am highly delighted with the service, excellent. Thank you. Reviewed on: 31st January 2024
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5
Local and I was kept informed about my account and always helpful. Reviewed on: 29th January 2024
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5
Friendly staff. Neat and uncomplicated forms and website. Sense of history because it's the oldest Building Society. Reliable, quick service. Reviewed on: 26th January 2024
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