Family Building Society Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 774 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the helpful and polite staff, describing interactions as pleasant and noting that representatives guide them patiently through every necessary step. Reviewers frequently emphasize the excellent customer service, noting quick phone response times and the comforting reassurance of speaking directly with a real person rather than automated chat bots. However, some people mentioned encountering technical hurdles, stating they experienced difficulties logging into online portals or faced frustrating delays regarding account access and support responses. A few users also noted challenges with fixed-term account terms or felt that certain financial products did not fully meet their expectations regarding loyalty benefits.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never any long waiting times and can actually speak to a human rather than a robot! Spoke to a Tracy Rogers who was excellent. Whomever I have spoken to has been very patient and certainly know the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ewan Watling immediately understood why I was calling and after going through security would be able to help with my login problem. It was all sorted very quickly even though he was dealing with a non... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a problem being unable to access my account. After a long call with Lisa the problem was identified. Then, during a follow up call Lisa very patiently 'walked me' through the log in process... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Spoke with Vandelle Shango re my closed CISA for info re transfer. Very clear communication from a really helpful person. Only transferred account because interest rate dropped below 4% so no longer c... See more

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  1. Alternative Financial Service

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Every family, whatever shape or size, is different. Whether you’re a first time buyer or planning your finances for later life, we want to work with you to help achieve the things that matter most. At the Family Building Society, if it’s important to you, it’s important to us. That’s why we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that make the most of your circumstances, and offering a more personal approach to savings and mortgages.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow!! Great service

Spoke to a very well
Informed human person!!! No wait time. Able to answer all my queries and lovely as well!!

27 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're pleased to hear your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful support

Very helpful and patient re -registration support from Tracy solved a long standing issue with my online account. All in keeping with high standard of customer service at Family Building Society.

24 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Tracy!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Family Building Society…

I have saved with the Family Building Society for many years now and always found the staff very helpful and their advice and guidance crystal clear.

26 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experiences with our staff!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Staff fantastic Your systems complex and difficult to understand.

If I were judging you on your staff I would give you 10+. we have had a difficult experience with my wife's account but your staff have been fantastic, two ladies in particular were really brilliant. I cannot remember the first ladies name but the second was Sanija Banerjee. Both were absolutely fantastically patient and kind. Please give them both a pay increase! Your systems are complicated and confusing for people of any age but especially for pensioners like my wife and I. These problems are really due to the dishonest people who will steal from anyone! try to simpify

24 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for your kind feedback, we greatly appreciate your comments and will ensure your feedback is shared with the relevant teams. I'm sorry to hear that you and your wife experienced difficulties with her account, but I'm pleased to know that our colleagues were able to provide the support you needed throughout the process.

Your feedback regarding our systems has been recorded and will be taken into consideration as part of our ongoing review of future improvements. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback is genuinely appreciated.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Be assured of good service.

Apart from having to contact the office a few times to remind them not to bother sending me statements every month, I have had no issues with Family Building Society. When I have spoken to a staff member they have always been courteous and helpful, in particular Lisa Adams, the last lady I spoke to. It’s a company I don’t worry about phoning because so far, they are all very pleasant.

18 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're so pleased to hear of your positive experience with Lisa and our service in general.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and patient

Very helpful and patient. Helped to reset password and waited until all the processes were complete.

24 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for your review, we're pleased you found us very helpful and patient!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service yet again

Phone call was answered very promptly, with virtually no wait time.
I was assisted by Gillian Collard, who was very friendly helpful, and efficient.

21 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, it's great to hear that you found our service was first class!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Closing my account

I spoke to Lisa about closing my Windfall Bond account. She was very helpful and I would definitely use FBS again.

19 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for leaving us this review, we're so pleased that you found us very helpful and that you recommend us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Maturing bond

I had a bond that was maturing and wanted to split the funds between an isa and a fixed bond
I spoke with Tracy Rogers who was extremely helpful and patient in assisting me with my needs.

18 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, it's great to hear of your positive experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sara Jayne was very helpful resolving…

Sara Jayne was very helpful resolving access to my savings account. Very clear communication and precise. Excellent customer service

18 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Sarah-Jane!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from Saniya Banejee

I spoke with Saniya Banerjee concerning some online service issues. She was efficient and promptly resolved my queries. In addition, she was proactive with helping me with a few other matters. Overall, excellent service from Saniya.

11 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Saniya!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Financial company that cares

I have been a member of family building society for many years.,in all that time they have provided me with an excellent service,efficient and courteous but also friendly and willing to take time with me especially helpful to an older person. I recently had a windfall from my windfall bond ,what a lovely surprise and the news was delivered beautifully by Vandelle Shango . So thank you to all at FBS for your past and ongoing care. David Stanton

14 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Vandelle!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service helped me reset my account

The customer service helped me reset my login details and I was able to gain access to my account. She was patient and communicated clearly. I appreciate the service I received today.

14 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

QUICK TO ANSWER MY CALL AND SANYA…

QUICK TO ANSWER MY CALL AND SANYA BANERJEE SORTED OUT MY QUESTIONS WITH EASE.
MANY THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE.KEN H.

14 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sophie Richards was very helpful and…

Sophie Richards was very helpful and extremely patient.

13 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Sophie!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

VANDELLE SHANGO WAS BRILLIANT

VANDELLE SHANGO WAS BRILLIANT. UNFORTUNATELY YOUR WEBSITE WAS THE MOST DIFFICULT THAT I HAVE EVER TRIED TO NEGOTIATE. WERE IT NOT FOR THE HELP I GOT FROM VANDELLE I WOULD HAVE GIVEN UP. YOUR WEBSITE IS NOT USER FRIENDLY.

12 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Vandelle.

Your feedback regarding our website has been passed on to the relevant team to support ongoing improvements to the new system.

Kind regards
Family Building Society

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tracey Rogers is a good ambassador for…

Tracey Rogers is a good ambassador for Family Building Society. She was extremely helpful and patient when I raised a few queries/ She stayed on the line while I followed her clear and precise instructions enabling me to complete my application for a savings account offering an attractive 4..76% interest rate for a one year fixed rate bond. I think Tracey deserves a 'merit rise' such a pleasure to do business with her

12 August 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Tracey!

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