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Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society: Mortgages reviews

Name: Mortgages
Rating: 4.64 (121 reviews)

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4.60

Based on 121 reviews, last reviewed 17th Dec 2025

167% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% decrease in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

87%

Latest highest rating:

5

Excellent service I had exacting buyers and consequently I had to make various changes to my own mortgage requirements. Stephen was very patient and helpful and made su... Read more Reviewed on: 17th December 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

If they had a zero stars If they had a zero stars, I would happily award it to Suffolk Building Society I’ve been a customer of Suffolk for a number of years and was recently... Read more Reviewed on: 10th September 2025

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Buying a home is an exciting time in anyone’s life, but finding the right mortgage product can be daunting. We collect Suffolk Building Society mortgage reviews to help you make an informed decision when choosing a mortgage lender.

Suffolk Building Society is an independent mutual building society, offering a range of mortgage products. Always be confident with the terms, conditions and interest rates of a product. Consult the lender or an independent advisor if you need help understanding your options.

If you’re considering a mortgage with Suffolk Building Society, check out the reviews on Smart Money People. Read genuine experiences to gain valuable insight into the lender. Find out which mortgage products customers have taken out and how satisfied they have been throughout the term. Learn more about Suffolk Building Society’s customer service and the benefits you can receive as a member. All of this and more can be found in our Suffolk Building Society mortgage reviews.

Did Suffolk Building Society help you purchase your dream home? Share your experience with others by writing an honest Suffolk Building Society mortgage review. Tell us about the application process: did the Society support you throughout it? Did you find the application easy to understand? Has the Society kept you up to date with any important mortgage news or changes? Would you recommend Suffolk Building Society to family and friends? Write a review today. Together, we can help people like you make better financial decisions.

Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Mortgages reviews (121)

Review of the Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society, Mortgages:

Mortgages for older people

My husband and I sought a short term (5 year) mortgage when we decided to move into a new build house some years after retirement. We were given every consideration and the mortgage was explained clearly. We will have paid it off later this year. It has enabled us to have the benefits of a warm, easy to run house in our later years. Thank you Suffolk Building Society. Reviewed on: 15th March 2022

Excellent service

I had exacting buyers and consequently I had to make various changes to my own mortgage requirements. Stephen was very patient and helpful and made sure I had all the information I needed at different stages. He was also very prompt in answering any queries I had. Reviewed on: 17th December 2025

Remortgage made easy

I was advised this morning by Joe Gregory, Mortgage Consultant. He could not have been more helpful. His advice was clear and very helpful. He is the model of excellent customer service and terrific ambassador for the Suffolk BS. Reviewed on: 15th December 2025

Amazing support from Jodie

Jodie has been so helpful and lovely to deal with. She always made everything clear and simple, and nothing was ever too much trouble. I’m really sad she’s leaving — she’ll definitely be missed! Reviewed on: 28th November 2025

Excellent service from a very approachable team.

When my fixed rate mortgage came to an end and I became eligible to switch, I contacted Suffolk Building Society by telephone to find out what products might be available to me. From that first call right through to completion, I have received excellent service from every single one of the team with whom I have spoken....Zoey, Joe, Raj and especially Stephen. As an elderly person, I appreciate very much the patience and clarity of all the team. Every step of the way, all details were described and any clarification I needed was provided which meant I could make a decision as to what was appropriate for me with confidence. In addition to the mortgage, I wished to arrange Buildings and Contents insurance. This was accomplished with the same calm, friendly, reassuring efficiency. I am most grateful to everyone concerned. Reviewed on: 27th November 2025

Excellent Support from Start to Finish

It was a pleasure discussing my application with Stephen. Throughout the process, he was quick to respond, knowledgeable, and professional. This was a breath of fresh air compared to other providers. My application progressed smoothly and was completed successfully. Reviewed on: 23rd November 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Dear James - thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this feedback! We'll pass it on to Stephen and the rest of the team! We're so glad everything progressed smoothly for you. Response date: 24th November 2025

A trusted partner - On hand to answer your call

Over the past 4 months whilst we have been searching for a property to purchase, Ethan and the team have been supportive throughout, updating the Decision in Principle as needed. Always respond with a good timeframe via email and you can always talk to somebody when you call. Shout out to Maria who has taken lots of calls:) They always remember you, and do exactly what they say they are going to do. They have made my experience stress free, and for that I am very grateful. Now we are at the stage of applying for the mortgage, in preparation for that, I had an appointment call with Ethan which was thorough and educational. Thank you to Ethan, Maria and the team at Suffolk Building Society for being a trusted partner in my house buying experience. Reviewed on: 9th October 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society This is fantastic to hear. Thank you so much Louise for taking the time the leave this review. We hope the rest of your house buying progresses well! Response date: 10th October 2025

The mortgage process was smooth & the time it took w...

The mortgage process was smooth & the time it took was reasonable. The advisor was very honest, knowledgeable & treated us like how customers should be treated; with respect. It was a personal experience. Reviewed on: 26th September 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Dear Charlie, Thank you for leaving us this feedback. It's really appreciated. We're glad you felt treated with respect. Response date: 29th September 2025

Wonderful Mortgage Customer Service Rep

I had a call today with Zoey regarding a mortgage switch, and I just wanted to share how impressed I was with her service. She was absolutely lovely to speak with – friendly, patient, and professional throughout the entire conversation. Zoey has a wonderful phone manner that immediately put me at ease. She took the time to clearly explain the entire mortgage switch process, breaking down each step so I could fully understand what it would entail. I never felt rushed or confused, and her explanations made a potentially overwhelming process feel simple and manageable. It was genuinely one of the most pleasant customer service experiences I’ve had in a long time. Thank you, Zoey! Reviewed on: 22nd September 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Zoe and it’s made their day! Response date: 23rd September 2025

If they had a zero stars

If they had a zero stars, I would happily award it to Suffolk Building Society I’ve been a customer of Suffolk for a number of years and was recently fortunate to clear a large part of my mortgage. Due to a change in circumstances, I reapplied for additional borrowing against my mortgage, which was less then I had cleared only a few months before. Nothing else has chanced in my circumstances, but they declined the additional borrowing. Whilst I understand this is their right, it is the excuse they have given, which baffles and frustrates me. Apparently, you must say, or give the impression that you will have the mortgage and be a customer for at least 6 years (despite taking out a 2 year fixed rate deal), or they will automatically decline you. I was honest with my intent to clear the mortgage at the end of the two year fixed rate deal, and this was the reason they declined me. I’m still in shock! This, coupled with the poor customer service means I will definitely be moving from Suffolk to another provider asap. Reviewed on: 10th September 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Dear Simon, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re sorry that our mortgage service has not met your expectations. If you’d like to have a discussion with someone offline, please email [email protected]. Response date: 18th September 2025

Happy customer

Stephen was really great to deal with - very responsive and informative at each step. Was a very easy process with Suffolk. Reviewed on: 8th September 2025

Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Stephen and it’s made their day! Response date: 30th September 2025

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