Secure Trust Bank PLC Reviews 3,498

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Evaluating 314 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the user experience, finding the website easy to navigate and the online processes straightforward for opening and managing accounts. Many people highlight the excellent customer service, appreciating the helpful and efficient support received over the phone, with real UK-based representatives readily available. The interest rates are also frequently mentioned as competitive and attractive. However, some customers experienced issues with account transfers, describing them as complicated or delayed, leading to frustration. A few people also noted difficulties with the website, such as being timed out while reading terms and conditions or encountering problems with updating certain fields. Additionally, some reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the practice of offering better interest rates to new customers compared to existing ones, and a small number reported significant administrative fees.

What people talk about most

User experience

Customers generally report a high level of satisfaction with the user experience, finding the app and website... See more

Service

Consumers generally express satisfaction with the service. Many reviewers highlight efficient management,... See more

Website

Reviewers mention positive feedback about the website, highlighting its clarity, ease of use, and simple... See more

Price

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of price, with many praising competitive interest rates and good savings... See more

Customer service

Clients share positive opinions on customer service, often highlighting the helpfulness and efficiency of... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

i have previously held a secure trust bank account and once again decided to open one again for a fixed term. My husband and I try to keep our life style simple and uncomplicated and as a result yea... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I alreday had an account and adding a new one was technically simple. You had the best interest rate I could find for bonds with annual payment. Things I wanted to know were whether I could seed the n... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As an older, reluctant user of technology, the ability to speak to an actual person is very welcome! Anisha spoke clearly and was very easy to understand. She explained the process for carrying out... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just opened a fixed rate cash Isa due to competitive interest rate. Straight forward process if it wasn't for an admin error entirely of my own making. Rang them and a very helpful and efficient lady... See more

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Company details

  1. #30 of 47 best companies in Bank
  2. #79 of 117 best companies in Financial Institution

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At Secure Trust Bank we provide simple, transparent savings accounts and business finance.


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4.4

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

3K reviews

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Quick to respond and easy to deal with

Quick to respond and easy to deal with. Reasonable deposit rates.

27 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hi Robin,

We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. We're happy to hear that you found us responsive and easy to work with.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use

Very good options well explained easy to complete good communication and online

29 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello,

We're happy to hear that you found our options good and easy to complete. We appreciate your positive feedback regarding our communication.

Ki d regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to open account and…

It was very easy to open account and the interest rate was also very good.

29 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Portia,

We are delighted to hear that opening an account was easy, and you found the interest rate to be very good. We appreciate your positive feedback!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simple easy online application for ISA

Simple easy online application for ISA. Having searched for rates Secure bank was among the best on offer for the period we required. Transfer from existing provider was straight forward.
Overall pleased with the whole service and would recommend.

26 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Richard,

We're happy to hear that you found our online ISA application simple and easy to use. We're also glad the transfer from your previous provider was straightforward. Thank you for recommending our services!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very effective and easy process.

Dealing with Secure Trust Bank went very smoothly and a prompt email of confirmation of receipt of the funds was very reassuring.

28 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Sheila,

We're happy to hear that your experience dealing with us went smoothly. It's great to know our prompt confirmation email was reassuring. Thank you for your positive feedback.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love Secure Trust

I love Secure Trust. Always efficient.

23 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello,

We are delighted to hear that you find our service efficient. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Was impressed with the knowledge and helpfulness of the advisor. Great service, thank you.

20 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello,

We are delighted to hear that the advisor's knowledge and assistance impressed you! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with our service.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All I asked for and more

They were friendly, helpful, patient, quick and efficient. Everything one could have hoped for.

24 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Mahesi,

We're happy to hear that you found our team friendly and helpful. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Internet was easy

Internet was easy. When I called it was answered quickly and by a person with an accent I could understand.

23 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Doreen,

We're glad to hear that you found our internet setup easy and appreciated the clear communication when you called. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The app is so simple to use and setting…

The app is so simple to use and setting up new accounts is easy

21 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Steven,

We're happy to hear that the app is simple to use and setting up new accounts was easy. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I enjoyed good interest rates and very…

I enjoyed good interest rates and very good help on the phone when I needed it.
Your it systems have not kept up with others and data for tax returns etc was not easily available or timely

20 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Patrick,

We're glad you enjoyed the interest rates and helpful phone support. We appreciate your feedback regarding our systems and the timeliness of tax data, this has been pass to the relevant team to help us improve our products and services.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

20 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Mrs Durnford,

Thank you for your 5 star review for our service. This is great to hear!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to contact and quick to respond

Easy to contact and quick to respond. Just wasn't sure about sending things off to the free post address but it worked fine.

17 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Ron,

We appreciate your feedback thank you. Great to hear that you found our team easy to contact and quick to respond!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service & good rates

Helpful friendly staff & excellent service.Good interest rates.FSCS compliant.

19 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Philip,

We're happy to hear that you found our staff helpful and our service excellent. We appreciate your positive feedback regarding our interest rates.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good rate of interest.got 30 days to…

Good rate of interest.got 30 days to fund.i prefer as saving as I earn.other bonds maturing so I open 30 days b4 .if Good rate . I put in as I get the maturing bond and can earn and save in between.suits me.everything clear on information.not complicated.goes in my nominated account yearly rather than get it at end of 5 years like some I believe.

17 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Jackie,

We appreciate you sharing your experience. We're happy to hear that our bond features, such as the interest rate and funding window, align with your savings strategy. It's great to know the information was clear and uncomplicated for you. Thank you for your feedback.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

New account

Easy to use the online service

14 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Nadeem,

We are glad you found our online service easy to use. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience.

Easy and straightforward to communicate with and offer good rates.

13 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello David,

We're happy to hear that communicating with us was easy and straightforward, and that you were satisfied with our rates. Thank you!

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy app and good service

11 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Judy,

We are happy to hear that you found our app easy to use and that you had a good experience with our customer service. Thank you for your feedback.

Kind regards,

Louise

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Shows your older closed accounts on their website

So far very efficient and prompt response to enquiries

13 September 2025
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Reply from Secure Trust Bank PLC

Hello Geoff,

We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We're happy to hear that you've had a positive experience with our prompt responses.

Kind regards,

Louise

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