Nationwide Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

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Review summary

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Looking at 3,510 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently praise the helpful, polite, and professional staff available at local bank branches. People appreciate being able to speak directly with knowledgeable personnel when managing their savings and daily financial matters. Many consumers enjoy having access to physical locations where they can receive friendly assistance in person. Some reviewers were not happy with long wait times on phone calls and unexpected delays in receiving transferred funds. Consumers also mentioned difficulties when navigating automated telephone systems or trying to complete online transactions smoothly. A few individuals experienced frustrating communication barriers regarding specific account requirements or dispute processes.

What people talk about most

Staff

People report positive experiences with staff, frequently highlighting helpful, kind, and professional... See more

Customer service

Reviewers highlight ambiguous aspects of customer service, as many consumers praise helpful staff and easy... See more

Service

Clients share ambiguous opinions on service, with many praising the fast, polite, and helpful staff at local... See more

Payment

Consumers find payment to be frustrating due to unexpected balance issues, missing funds, and long wait times... See more

User experience

Customers had ambiguous experiences with user experience, often praising the welcoming atmosphere and helpful... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The service I recieved was vey good but I am still waiting for bearivement team to contact me? I need to access money for monies I have paid for the funeral and had a lot of information with me and wo... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

In this survey I noted I did not have a quick service. I hadn't realised I needed to make an appointment to meet with someone to help me with a fixed ISA. I was also told appointments were not availab... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

25 years experience with NW. Great help with situations that arose from personal issues concerning my mortgage during a very difficult time. Always had the help I’ve required now for a senior lad... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer experience from Finn in Bromley. Super patient, kind and helpful today with me & my mum. It’s made us want to close other current accounts with other banks and switch everything to na... See more

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  1. Building Society
  2. also in
  3. Financial Institution

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Nationwide is the world's largest building society with around 15 million members. It's one of the largest savings providers, a top-three provider of mortgages in the UK & a major provider of current accounts, credit cards, ISAs & personal loans.


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

11k reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have banked solely with Nationwide…

I have banked solely with Nationwide for more years than I can remember and have no intention to change . Approaching my state pension age and absolutely confident in their unshowy and reliable service.

15 October 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Feel like a valued customer

I am genuinely, very satisfied with the services at NATIONWIDE.
I switched my account about 3 years ago, previously I banked for almost 16 years with the bank associated with a green logo ..... unfortunately, poor customer service whenever I banked in-person. Shockingly long ques on any day of the week was the last straw that broke the horse's back.

15 October 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Over the top proof of identity

I know that you have to have strong security in place but I think it's a bit over the top especially with the id had given was refused and had to return with passport.
Also when I closed my account I was charged £150 which I thought was quite steep

15 October 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service at Nationwide is the BEST.

The customer service at Nationwide is excellent. Although I was expecting to wait, an employee emerged from the back to handle my inquiry immediately. He greeted me warmly, answered my question correctly, and sent me off with a kind departure. I am so pleased switch from one of the main street banks. I highly recommend Nationwide.

15 October 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Went to Wokingham branch and wished I…

Went to Wokingham branch and wished I hadent. Was only requiring info on which would be the best account for me. Was handed a leaflet and told she wasn't allowed to tell me how much interest I would get. Was given no information , no advise , made to feel like an inconvenience and both advisors made no effort to help. Definitely wont be giving my money to them.

16 October 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Yet again cannot get in to the app.

Yet again cannot get in to the app.

Eight attempts but still cannot get in....

Usual message "we some to be experiencing a technical problem".

How can Nationwide offer such poor service? What a joke.

16 October 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant bank

Brilliant bank. I wouldn't go with anyone else. They are helpful, have loads of branches and go above and beyond for their customers.

15 October 2026
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