The Progressive Building Society Reviews 128

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Looking at 93 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their helpfulness and professional, discreet, and friendly manner. Many people highlight the exceptional customer service, noting that the team is efficient, knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond to assist with queries and processes. The service provided is often described as excellent, with consumers appreciating the quick response times and the ease of their overall experience. However, some customers were not happy with their ability to contact the company, citing issues with unhelpful responses or limited operating hours. A few other people also felt that their issues were not resolved, with some experiencing delays in transfers or unanswered emails.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm a new online savings customer with my first transfer payment in today (Rainy Day Acct). What a good impression Katie (Online Savings) made on me of her Belfast Bldg Scty. I didn't expect making... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sorting out daughter's finances before she leaves for Uni in GB. Ballymena branch staff are efficient, professional and discreet, everything a bank should be. Always putting the customer first. Great... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was having a few issues trying to open a new savings account and couldn't get past certain points. Dean the customer service advisor initially talked me through the stages but when the issues cont... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t ask for more. Wendy the manager of the Ballymena branch and all her team were always helpful and put through our large mortgage in record time. She devoted many an afternoon entirely to us ev... See more


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  1. Building Society

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Progressive Building Society is Northern Ireland’s largest locally owned financial institution, employing almost 200 people across 11 locations. As a Society, Progressive is committed to delivering clear and easy to understand mortgage and savings products to new and existing Members, building a positive savings culture and enabling more people to realise their dream of home ownership.


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

128 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great local building society

Sorting out daughter's finances before she leaves for Uni in GB. Ballymena branch staff are efficient, professional and discreet, everything a bank should be. Always putting the customer first. Great place to do business. Couldn't praise them enough for their helpful and considerate attitude to customers. Other high street banks could learn so much from them!

September 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding support and service throughout our remortgage

I’ve just completed my remortgage with Progressive and could not be happier with the service.

Nicky has been absolutely outstanding throughout the whole process. She is professional, approachable, and consistently went above and beyond to keep things moving smoothly. This is the second time she has looked after us, and her excellent customer service was a big factor in choosing Progressive again.

Kerry also provided clear guidance on payment dates at an important stage, and her help was very much appreciated too.

It’s rare these days to find this level of personal, attentive service - Progressive should be very proud of the support their team delivers. Highly recommended.

September 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 would recommend

The customer advisor I had, Louise, was fantastic from start to finish, very professional but very personable at the same time. The progressive as a company worked with me very quickly and effectively to resolve the issue I was having. 10/10 would recommend

August 20, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Absolutely useless website

Absolutely useless website. Can't contact them in any useful way as their opening hours are 9-5 M-F. I've been trying to transfer my savings for a week now and my money is still being held hostage by them. Not worth the hassle.

August 15, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Called into the glengormley branch so lovely the staff Emma was really helpful and was training Zoe at the time got my business done very efficiently and quickly have recommended this office to my friends and family

August 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been a customer with The…

I’ve been a customer with The Progressive for many years after our self build. We recently completed an application for addition borrowing and Louise made the process so straight forward. Everything was taken care of. I honestly believe The Progressive has the best customer service out of all the banks or building societies I’ve ever used.

August 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best place in Lisburn

I have been a customer for many years and always welcomed with a friendly smile and helpful manner from all the Team , we need this level of service offered in more places in the City, keep up the great work.
HELP MAKE LISBURN GREAT AGAIN ! 😀

August 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pamela Parkins

Pamela Parkins has managed my mortgage account for many years, including most recently during July 2025.

Pamela’s professionalism and service levels are outstanding, reflected, at all times , in her proactive and solutions focused approach, her knowledge of the mortgage products, strong communication skills, and overall helpfulness. Pamela is a real pleasure to deal with.

July 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mortgage Renewal

The friendly & professional staff are extremely helpful and quality of service that is given is what makes them stand out and keeps us returning every time.

June 24, 2025
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