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Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society: Mortgages reviews

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Based on 149 reviews, last reviewed 3rd Oct 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Amazing customer support My mortgage advisor remained the same throughout the process and was always aware of the status of my application without ever having to revisit previ... Read more Reviewed on: 3rd October 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

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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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About this product

Suffolk Building Society offer mortgages for many circumstances including first time buyers, remortgages, later life and renovation projects.

You can also apply for a Suffolk Building Society mortgage if you’re an expat with a residential or buy to let property in England or Wales.

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Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Mortgages reviews (149)

Additional borrowing

5
We requested additional borrowing on our existing mortgage to pay for essential home maintenance/repairs. Our mortgage adviser Stephen Lye could not have been more professional, helpful and responsive – he really made the whole process as painless and straightforward as it could possibly have been. Reviewed on: 12th March 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society You’re too kind! It’s lovely to hear when things go so well. We hope to repeat the experience again soon! Response date: 26th March 2026
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Joe was very clear in explaining products and extrem...

5
Joe was very clear in explaining products and extremely polite and helpful Reviewed on: 10th March 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Joe and it’s made their day! Response date: 26th March 2026
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Porting mortgage

5
I have found all staff to be friendly and helpful. Porting my mortgage to a new property was made very simple and uncomplicated, their mortgage advisor, Stephen, couldn’t have been more helpful. Thank you. Reviewed on: 14th February 2026
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: 24th February 2026
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Renewing my Buy to Let mortgage

5
We've had a Buy to Let mortgage with Suffolk Building Society for some years now. I've just renewed on the phone today with a lovely lady called Maria. She was fantastic. Very friendly, helpful and informative. She explained all my options in detail and I felt very well informed making my decision. Reviewed on: 9th February 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Maria and it’s made their day! Response date: 24th February 2026
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IMortgage Redemption - great service

5
I recently,y redeemed my mortgage. Jodie Smith was fantastic at guiding me through the process. Reviewed on: 30th January 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Jodie and it’s made their day! Response date: 5th February 2026
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Maria Giusti - Mortgage Consultant excellence

5
Maria Giusti - Mortgage Consultant was excellent in sorting a mortgage switch for us. There were complicated elements which she resolved quickly and explained everything clearly. Due to us leaving the switch to the last minute, Maria worked efficiently to get our switch active as soon a possible. Very grateful for her help Reviewed on: 28th January 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Hi. That’s very kind of you! We’ve shared your feedback with Maria and it’s made their day! Response date: 5th February 2026
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A really good experience with a company that really...

5
A really good experience with a company that really wants to help their customers. They are happy to look at situations that dont conform to larger lenders criteria & will judge each case purely on its merits. Phones are always answered promptly and by a friendly human that wants to help. Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Thank you David for your review. We've passed it on the team. It's great to get feedback! Response date: 26th January 2026
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Ethan Whight Application Process

5
Our application was a complex one but Suffolks approach and communication was excellent throughout. They were always on hand and helpful to manage the process, and we were made to feel they were working with us at all times. Ethan Whight in particular was always polite, helpful and extremely knowledgeable when proposing options that suited our position best. Reviewed on: 8th January 2026
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Dear William - we're so pleased to hear that you found our communication was great and that we were on hand for support We've passed on your kind review to Ethan. Best wishes. Response date: 12th January 2026
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Excellent service

5
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
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Thank you very much Lynda for your review. We'll pass on your great feedback to Stephen. Response date: 30th December 2025
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Remortgage made easy

5
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
Reply from Suffolk Building Society, formerly Ipswich Building Society Thank you Helen for your great review of your experience with us. We'll pass on your great comments to Joe. Response date: 30th December 2025
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