Family Building Society Reviews 

3,047
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

I'd been unable to open my locked…

I'd been unable to open my locked account due to the password I was using apparently being incorrect. Therefore I had to reset the password which was easier said then done particularly due to my age and not being at all at ease with working online. The Family BS agent who took me through the process, namely Saniya, was extremely helpful and patient in guiding me to a successful conclusion.

September 17, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Account update

My query was dealt with efficiently in an incredibly friendly manner by Becky.

September 15, 2026
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Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with Becky's service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I wanted to reset my password and…

I wanted to reset my password and memorable word. Jason was very helpful, patient and courteous.

September 15, 2026
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Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good personal service & product range

Good personal service. Speak to real people if needed but also really good on line platform, good range of products available

September 14, 2026
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Thanks for your positive feedback regarding our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service, The phone was answered quickly, and I was wonderfully and patiently guided through the procedures get me back into my account when I was using a broken phone with a poor connection, whilst abroad.

September 14, 2026
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Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patience with an elderly investor!

The lady I spoke to was so kind and patient with my problem which took a while to sort out, as I am 81, not tech savy and got it wrong a couple of times. But she was happy to start again until the problem was sorted, much to my relief.

September 14, 2026
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Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

I contacted FBS this morning and spoke to Sophie. She was incredibly professional and friendly and was able to help me with all my queries. Excellent customer service.

September 14, 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star service

I appreciated greatly speaking to a real human being rather than some chat bot and therefore being able to address the issues on my mind. There was no long hold time on the phone but through very quickly. The time and attention given to me and the clear explanations and helping me step by step was second to none. Service of the highest level, the kind of service no chat bot could ever come close to, especially when time is short.
This isn't the first and only time I have had first class service from the Family Building Society; I have always found them so very helpful. It is the rule and not thee exception.
Thank you in particular to Roger for your help.

September 11, 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 Roger!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Notch Service

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 their 'stuff' and always resolved any query I had.
Top notch company with very competitive saving rates. I highly recommend them.

September 11, 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

Great customer service…

I didn't have to wait long to get through. Sophie was very polite, knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks

September 11, 2026
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Thanks for your review. We're glad to hear you were happy with Sophie's service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a new customer and phoned about…

I am a new customer and phoned about FSCS limits. Sophie was knowledgable snd helpful.

September 11, 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 4 out of 5 stars

Website limited in functionality but very helpful customer services.

Problems with the confusing website and its limited functionality were fully resolved thanks to Becky in customer services who was especially helpful and patient. Many thanks!

September 10, 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thank you for your positive feedback regarding our service.

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

We're glad to hear that Becky was able to resolve your issue.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Transferring in Money to new account

The Family Building Society Customer Services staff, Sophie Richards, was very helpful in clearly answering my queries on how to transfer money in to a new account.

September 10, 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 5 out of 5 stars

Confused when setting up new account

The contact was patient and prepared to take me through this website that I found tricky to navigate.

September 10, 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thanks for your positive feedback regarding our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Login problem sorted

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-techy 85 year old as he explained everything and didn’t try to rush me. Throughout the whole conversation he was polite and friendly. A pleasure having him completely sort my problem.

September 10, 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 Ewan!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice to talk to a real person

Nice to talk to a real person. Geneveve was very polite and helpful.

September 9, 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 Geneveve!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful service

Sarah-Jayne from the Family Service Team was very, polite, helpful and reassuring, solving my issue with the portal which was of course user error! Many thanks

September 7, 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-Jayne!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

We had two conversations with Genevieve today, one about savings and one about our mortgage.
She was helpful friendly and efficient.

September 9, 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 Geneveve!

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