Family Building Society Reviews 

3,046
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

Becks was extremely helpful and as a…

Becks was extremely helpful and as a new customer that is reassuring

June 12, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Becky!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a new customer with The Family BS…

I am a new customer with The Family BS and needed help when setting up a new account. The phone was answered promptly by staff member Lisa Adams. Lisa was very professional and friendly and soon sorted out the issue I had. Very pleased with the help I had

June 11, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Lisa!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always good to speak to someone and…

Always good to speak to someone and very happy to have spoken to Vandelle. She was very professional, knowledgeable and spoke with a reassuring and calm voice.
I didn’t have to ask any further questions because she explained everything really clearly.

June 11, 2026
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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

Well managed customer service.

Call was answered quickly.
Call handler (Roger L) was pleasant and approachable.
Call handler was knowledgeable and helpful.
Call handler answered queries, and put in place my maturity instruction.
I left the call feeling happy and cared for.

June 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

Wonderful service

Wonderful service. I would definitely recommend this building society. So easy to deal with..

June 11, 2026
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Thanks for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt, friendly ,efficient

Phone was answered quickly. Gill quickly understood my query and quickly gave me the answers I needed in a friendly cheerful manner.

June 10, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Gill!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt to reply on the phone.

Prompt to reply on the phone.
Courteous, efficient and helpful service

June 9, 2026
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Thanks for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My account had been locked because I…

My account had been locked because I made too many mistakes logging in.
Nicola Philcox sorted it. I wish I could view the password while I'm typing it.

June 8, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Nicole!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Lady on the line.

The Lady on the line was very patient with me. I am easily confused when on-line but eventually we got to where I needed to be to access my account. So: thank you Vandelle.

June 9, 2026
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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

Excellent customer service from Cameron…

Excellent customer service from Cameron very knowledgeable and able to answer all my concerns

June 9, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Cameron!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Contacted FBS by phone to reinvest bond…

Contacted FBS by phone and was able to select call back option which was great. Sarah Jane called back and was informative and extremely helpful and efficient. Always had great service .

June 8, 2026
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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

I had a tricky online issue

I had a tricky online issue. Becky was incredibly patient and sorted out my problem with a calm and polite efficiency.

June 8, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Their web site is a little simple, but...

Their web site is a little simple, lacking information, ability to change things and some other functions, but the telephone service from Vandelle Shango was 5 stars.
Recommended.

June 8, 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thanks for your feedback regarding the website, this has been passed onto the relevant teams.

We're happy to hear you were pleased with the service you received from Vandelle!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Darryl Lawrence was absolutely amazing

Darryl Lawrence was absolutely amazing. He helped me login from start to finish and kept his word by contacting me with updates. He was most polite and patient and reassured me that it will get sorted. Thank you so much Darryl, you are a gem and an asset to the company. Mrs K S

June 5, 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. It's great to hear of your positive experience with Darryl!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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June 5, 2026
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Reply from Family Building Society

Thanks for leaving us a 5* review!

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