Smart Money People Logo

Family Building Society: Savings reviews

4.55
Based on 862 reviews, last reviewed 18th Jun 2025
320% increase in 5 star reviews
in the past 90 days
300% increase in 1 star reviews
in the past 90 days
See only 5 star reviews
74%
See only 4 star reviews
13%
See only 3 star reviews
5%
See only 2 star reviews
2%
See only 1 star reviews
6%

Latest highest rating:

5

Inspired my confidence in the products and services Telephone enquiry was answered quickly, the associate that handled my call was very helpful, polite and knew her stuff, so I was confident and satisfi... Read more Reviewed on: 18th June 2025
Mark G's avatar
Mark G

Latest lowest rating:

1

Convoluted re-0registering to new online portal. Convoluted re-0registering to new online portal. Confusing, tedious and not easy or quick. Reviewed on: 17th June 2025
Mike's avatar
Mike

About this product

Family Building Society Savings reviews (862)

Review of the Family Building Society, Savings:

Great Service

5
I had a query following the maturity of one of my fixed term products with the Family Building Society. I was answered very quickly from the call queue, and Louise needed to ask a colleague to assist with my query, and promised to phone me back. This she did and the return phone call was made within about an hour. Great service, as always, with the Family BS. Thank you! Reviewed on: 13th October 2023
Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're pleased you found our service great, and that your query was resolved in the time promised! Response date: 17th October 2023
The Family Building Society Logo
Family Building Society

Efficient registering and money transfer process.

5
Efficient registering and money transfer process, unlike the many websites I've experienced over the years which have been hard work to navigate. Reviewed on: 9th June 2025

Good service and clear communication.

5
Good service and clear communication on the occasion I have been in contact by phone. Would like to see an App. on line for quicker transactions. Reviewed on: 9th June 2025

Great little society.

5
Great little society. Good interest rates - the tracker ISA is superb, we have 3 accounts each. Our 1 experience in having a problem ( new security process) was good. Reviewed on: 9th June 2025

Saving account with Family Building Society

5
Competitive interest rates.Very easy to open account online with excellent security measures..Easy to contact via phone with a query which was answered in an efficient and friendly manner..Would highly recommend them . Reviewed on: 8th June 2025

Simple easy procedure for opening an account.

5
Simple easy procedure for opening an account. Friendly staff to assist if required. Reviewed on: 6th June 2025

Matured Bond

1
Encouraged to use online service. Used the service to give bond maturity instructions. Received an email confirming receipt. Maturity date came and went and nothing happened. Eventually spoke to a human who said that they hadn’t received instructions!! Assured me that it would be dealt with immediately. Nothing happened!! Sent two emails today and got an automated reply to say they were very busy!! Still awaiting return of my investment. I was initially going to re-invest but have lost all confidence in this institution - very unimpressed! Reviewed on: 6th June 2025
Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for your feedback and we’re very sorry for the inconvenience you’ve experienced following the recent maturity of your bond. We understand how frustrating this must have been and have shared your comments with the appropriate team. While we’re pleased to hear that you have now received your funds, this situation does not reflect the standard of service we aim to provide. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Kind regards, Family Building Society. Response date: 11th June 2025
The Family Building Society Logo
Family Building Society

Great service

5
Answered quickly and resolved issue without hassle. Friendly service. Reviewed on: 6th June 2025

Spoke with Lisa Adams who was very helpful.

5
Spoke with Lisa Adams when I needed to transfer funds, as always it was quick and easy to do. Lisa was very helpful, pleasant and professional. Note: Usually they answer the phone quickly, today not so and I eventually opted for a call back, which was ok, except it was then too late for the funds to credited to my bank a/c that day, which being a Thursday means they might not be there until Monday! Hopefully this will not lead to being overdrawn. So, please could there be more people to answer phones in future (It's not usually a problem) Reviewed on: 6th June 2025

I had a technical enquiry re log-in - all sorted qui...

5
I had a technical enquiry re log-in - all sorted quickly and efficiently. Very good service. Reviewed on: 5th June 2025

Easy access and helpful knowledgeable customer service

5
Easy access and helpful knowledgeable customer service Reviewed on: 5th June 2025

Do you have a different Family Building Society product?

Share your experiences with products to help others make smarter financial decisions and learn more about different products available. Write a review

Want to see more from Family Building Society?

    View all products