Castle Community Bank Reviews 

2,647
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Review summary

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Considering 459 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that completing the online loan application is remarkably quick, entirely straightforward, and completely hassle-free from start to finish. Many people warmly appreciate the swift approval times, reasonable interest rates, and how fast the requested funds arrive directly into their personal bank accounts very quickly. However, some customers also noted serious challenges regarding customer service communication, confusing automated phone systems, and remarkably slow response times when reaching out. A few reviewers experienced genuine frustrations with delayed query resolution, rigid payment date adjustments, and unexpected difficulties when attempting to reach helpful support staff during stressful moments.

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User experience

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Service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No over complicating. Straight forward quick and easy. Accumulated all my loans, applied for a loan to cover/pay all of them at the same length period and was able to get the monthly amount lower by £... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was great, the approval process was swift and smooth. I got a text back almost immediately after I filled out the forms. Got a call back afterwards . Got the credit alert in my bank account the n... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have found them to be very quick and efficient from application to receiving the funds. Easy application, communicated throughout the process and funds available pretty much instantly. I’m not great... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service you won't be disappointed. Apply for a loan and with in few seconds I was expected and the months payments are great. If your looking for a loan give this company a go. Best thing I... See more


Company details

  1. #11 of 50 best companies in Bank
  2. #53 of 108 best companies in Alternative Financial Services
  3. #3 of 5 best companies in Credit union

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Things work a little differently at Castle Community Bank. We’re a credit union dedicated to bringing people an alternative home for their savings and loans. We don’t have mysterious shareholders. Instead, we’re owned and run by our members, creating a shared financial community across the UK, which is accessible to everyone.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I payed my bill sent in proof of…

I payed my bill sent in proof of payment and have had letters emails and phone calls for the last 3 weeks saying I haven't paid my bill.
Iv spoke to 8 people and I am very unhappy with service iv been giving the worst company iv used in my life.

29 March 2026

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