Santander Reviews 

10,732
TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Looking at 2,307 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Consumers frequently appreciate the dedicated branch staff who consistently provide professional guidance, friendly assistance, and clear support during face-to-face visits. People often mention that scheduling in-person appointments makes managing savings and handling daily account tasks much more straightforward. However, some customers also noted frustrating delays, exceptionally long waiting times on the phone, and widespread difficulties when trying to reach support teams. Reviewers frequently experienced major difficulties navigating automated chatbot systems and online chat services when attempting to resolve important banking issues. Several people also shared concerns regarding unexpected account blocks and complicated security checks that hindered their transactions.

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Staff

Customers report positive experiences with staff, highlighting their professionalism, kindness, and helpful... See more

Customer service

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Service

Clients share ambiguous opinions on service, reflecting a mix of strong appreciation and deep frustration.... See more

Payment

Users describe negative interactions with payment, noting that transactions are frequently blocked or... See more

Response time

Customers consistently note negative experiences with response times, frequently reporting long delays on... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went to Cricklewood branch and saw a lovely manager Monika who helped me with transactions and offered me to save more money by opening new saving acct. It makes such a big difference when you get... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Came in on Wednesday to the Crewe branch and Jen was an absolute superstar. She helped both me and my mum with our accounts and setting things up differently. Couldn’t have asked for more quality serv... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tammi made me feel very comfortable and at ease, everything was very well explained to me in simple language which I could understand, she showed me my online banking app. An how to transfer money fr... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was very pleased with the meeting this morning with Santander adviser Nicola Wilkie. She was friendly and helpful. She carried out main tasks I wished to do - setting up new account, transferri... See more

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Company details

  1. Bank
  2. Investment Service
  3. Mortgage Lender

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Our purpose at Santander UK is to help people and businesses prosper. We are a leading financial services provider, offering a wide range of personal and commercial financial products and services, with around 15 million customers across our Retail and Corporate Businesses. We have set ourselves an ambitious target - to become one of the best banks in the UK to work for. We’re transforming our business, creating a Simple, Personal and Fair culture in a dynamic and creative environment. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people. We aim to reflect and celebrate diversity in our workplace in order to create an inclusive culture that adds real value to our business.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love Santander Work Cafe Oxford!

Regularly come into the Work Cafe in Oxford. Great facilities and the team are brilliant too. Shout out to Donna and Wasim

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

It's great to hear you're making the most of the Oxford Work Café.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Santander Romford seen advisor Ark

Santander Romford seen advisor Ark, splendid.... Well attended... Proplem solved to my understanding

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

It's great that Ark took the time to help and got everything resolved clearly for you.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Leighton llanelli branch

Leighton in the Llanelli branch was incredibly helpful and informative in getting us the best accounts to maximise our savings.

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Fantastic to hear! Leighton clearly made a real difference, helping you find the right accounts to maximise your savings while keeping your banking current.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an appointment with Leighton…

We had an appointment with Leighton Llanelli. He helped us with the best way to save and showed us a high interest account

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Great to hear Leighton helped you find a savings option that works for you! Keeping your banking current helps us support you with the most suitable products and guidance as your needs change.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ash Hussain at Santander Romford Branch…

Ash Hussain at Santander Romford Branch
Explained everything and gave me excellent service
I am very happy

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

So lovely to hear this! Ash took the time to explain everything clearly, and it’s great to know you left the Romford branch feeling happy and well looked after.
John

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shame I cannot give zero stars

Shame I cannot give zero stars. Currently into minute 26 of trying to talk to the mis-named ' Customer Service Department' to try and find out why the bank keep declining online transactions. Pathetic.

The issue was competently resolved when I finally got through after 26 minutes. However as I was booking flights I would have lost the flights had I not had another payment method. So a system that needs a quick resolution should not sit at the end of a 26 minutes queue as it does here.

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

I'm sorry to hear this. Long wait times and declined online transactions are frustrating. If the issue is still unresolved, please email us at socialmediacare@santander.co.uk with a few details, and we'll look into this for you.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sonia was a great help on the counter…

Sonia was a great help on the counter where the cash machine couldnt cater to the service needed. Fast and friendly service!

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

I'm glad Sonia was able to step in and help when the cash machine wasn't suitable. Great to hear you received such friendly, efficient service.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Proactive and genuinely helpful.

Rhian was proactive, very informative and patient throughout the process of optimising my accounts with Santander.

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Helping our customers make the most of their money and supporting them throughout their financial journey is at the heart of what we do at Santander. It's fantastic to hear that Rhian made such a positive difference and provided the support you needed.
Thank you for your 5* review, Ian.
Elisha

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The lady named ‘Monika’ was great

The lady named ‘Monika’ was great, really helpful, polite, and easygoing. She helped majorly. Thanks

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Fantastic to hear Monika made such a positive impact! Helpful, friendly and easy to talk to is exactly what we aim for, while helping keep your banking current.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really focused and professional

Really focused and professional, took the time to talk through options that met my needs. Really pleased with the support and service - thank you!

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

It's great to hear you felt listened to and supported. Taking the time to explore the right options makes all the difference.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My customer service assistant was…

My customer service assistant was fantastic a asset to Romford branch very polite and understanding thankyou Sonia

31 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

We're so pleased to hear Sonia took great care of you!
Thank you for the shout-out, Gary and for your 5 star rating too 🌟
Elisha

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Worcester branch was helped by an…

Worcester branch was helped by an excellent young woman named grace. Effortless and warm, lovley and cool tattoos which is nice to see in a bank. Kenny is always awesome too bravo folks. Muchas gracias

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Lovely to hear Grace made things so easy and welcoming, and that her individuality stood out too!
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Business awareness and acceleration tips

We were invited by the bank business manager Mr Sunil Kunjiraman of Satander work cafe Cheapside he thought that whatever was going to be presented to us would be beneficial to our new business we had set and indeed it was a wonderful idea.

30 May 2026
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Reply from Santander

Hey Abbey. Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that Sunil Kunjiraman at Santander Work Café Cheapside invited you to the presentation and that you found it valuable for your new business venture. It's great to know that the ideas and support provided were beneficial and helped make a positive impact. We wish you every success with your new business and look forward to supporting you on your journey.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful employee

Sid Jones stands out to me as an exceptional employee who was both patient and extremely helpful. Commendable customer service.

29 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Hi Tim. We're so pleased to hear Sid made such a lasting impression. This is the type of feedback we love to hear!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with santander hanley…

Great experience with santander hanley stoke on trent branch the person who made this experience was Martina Keen

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

We're so pleased Martina made your visit to our Hanley branch such a positive experience.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Taken on time

Taken on time, all our issues sorted plus some additional ones.

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

We're pleased everything was sorted during your appointment, including those extra issues.
John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

WENDY behind cashier counter preston

Wendy on the counter was very quick friendly and efficient. She sorted everything out for us and explained it all as we went along. Really happy with service

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Hey Susan! Efficient service with a smile is exactly what we like to hear. Thanks for sharing your five star experience with Wendy from Preston :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The worst service possible

Trying to get transaction stopped, on the phone impossible to get through 4hrs and cut off multiple times, chat does not understand anything I'm moving funds and closing account it's that rubbish

30 July 2026
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Reply from Santander

Hi Craig. We're very sorry to hear about your difficulty in getting through to our team. This certainly isn't the level of service we expect you to receive. If you can drop us an email to socialmediacare@santander.co.uk we'll see what we can do to help.

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