United Trust Bank Reviews 

4,671
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 1,030 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Consumers frequently praise the remarkably straightforward account setup process and note that managing their savings is completely hassle-free thanks to an intuitive, user-friendly website. Furthermore, people consistently emphasize the exceptional customer support, mentioning that the helpful and professional staff provide prompt, clear guidance and resolve queries efficiently. However, some customers also noted occasional delays in response times when submitting online messages or trying to get immediate assistance for urgent requests. A few reviewers additionally experienced unexpected frustrations and technical hurdles during the initial account registration and setup phases.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After struggling to set up a trust account with another bank, I was fortunate enough to find United Trust and was amazed by their straightforward application process and their e mail communication.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'd been a customer of United Trust two years ago, but when trying to open a new fixed rate bond, could not do so, because my account had been removed. One phone call to a friendly woman, got my ol... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was really confused and stressed about filling in a tax return that I’d never had to do before. Trying to find all my financial information from all the institutions I use was a nightmare. One sing... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The process of setting up a trust bank account was made very easy by using United Trust Bank. We'd been trying to do it elsewhere for months and once I'd contacted United Trust, the account was open w... See more

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Company details

  1. #22 of 49 best companies in Bank
  2. #58 of 103 best companies in Financial Institution
  3. #14 of 19 best companies in Savings Bank

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We are an award-winning specialist UK bank, incorporated in 1955. We offer a range of fixed term and notice deposit accounts and ISAs to individuals, businesses and charities. We provide a variety of loans, funding facilities and mortgages to individuals, housebuilders, property investor/developers and SMEs.

FSCS Protected

UTB customers are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

UTB customers are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
And because we don’t share a banking licence with any other bank, you’ll get the full benefit of the protection up to the scheme’s limits wherever you have other savings put aside.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process

Easy to complete the online process. Kept in touch via email. Had to call to ask a question and the person who handled the call was able to answer my question.

24 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Easy to complete the online process. Kept in touch via email. Had to call to ask a question and the person who handled the call was able to answer my question. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good information given in easy to…

Good information given in easy to understand language

24 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that the information provided was clear, helpful and explained in an easy-to-understand way. Thanks Alex

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

lack of initial support when having…

lack of initial support when having problems using online banking when overseas

19 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you, Margaret, for your review. I'm sorry to hear that you experienced issues accessing our online banking service while abroad. If you are still experiencing difficulties, please contact our Deposits Team at deposits@utbank.co.uk, who will be happy to assist further. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As always your telephone support was on…

As always your telephone support was on the ball: knowledgeable, helpful and followed up with the right actions
Thank you

20 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your kind feedback. I'm delighted to hear that the support provided was knowledgeable, helpful and followed through with the right actions, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you find our online banking simple and easy to use, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to contact and they understand…

Easy to contact and they understand your question and can resolve it

18 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that our team was easy to contact, understood your query and was able to resolve it efficiently. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick response to a secure email…

Very quick response to a secure email asking for a telephone call to confirm instructions on a maturity, and a friendly voice to satisfy my request.

21 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you received a prompt response to your secure email and that our colleague was able to assist you in a friendly and helpful manner when confirming your maturity instructions. Thanks Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Website is easy to use and if I…

Website is easy to use and if I encounter any problems a secure message gets it sorted quickly. This time both Olivia and Kiera have been really helpful but that's always the case when I make contact.

17 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you find our website easy to use and that Olivia and Kiera were able to help. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very simple setting up savings account…

Very simple setting up savings account with good telephone support

17 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your review! We're glad you found the account setup simple and our telephone support helpful. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service and clear…

Good customer service and clear information on the website.

12 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you Annie for your 5-star review. I'm delighted to hear that you've found our customer service helpful and the information on our website clear and easy to use. Thanks Gina

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very good customer service - but some of it shouldn't be needed

United Trust Bank offer good interest rates on their personal savings accounts, and their customer service using the telephone or security messages is nearly always very responsive, and they are friendly, helpful and respectful.

However, in my experience the need for some of these interactions would be lessened if their website was clearer and made more useful by including more services. For instance, on the last occasion I've needed certificates of (taxable) interest, and had to send a secure email to request these after searching in vain under as many tabs as I could find to locate them myself. This service is something offered by many of their competitors - find the tab, one click, select the account and year, and print off the tax certificate. Time and effort saved on both sides.

13 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you Claire for your review and for your kind comments about our customer service team. I'm pleased to hear you've found them responsive, friendly and helpful.

Thank you also for taking the time to share your feedback about accessing tax certificates online. We appreciate your suggestions and will take them on board as we continue to enhance our customer experience. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I appreciate prompt reports on…

I appreciate prompt reports on transactions.

19 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you John for your 5-star review. I'm pleased to hear that you value our prompt transaction notifications and the service we provide. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Problem sorted

professional and quick

19 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you Jill for your 5-star review. I'm pleased to hear your issue was resolved quickly and professionally. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic

I was really confused and stressed about filling in a tax return that I’d never had to do before. Trying to find all my financial information from all the institutions I use was a nightmare. One single message to UTB and they provided all the information I needed that was straightforward, clear and easy to understand. It really did help at a stressful time. Thank you so much for the speedy and helpful response, it was much appreciated. 5 stars from me all day long *****

14 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your fantastic review Andy. I'm so pleased we were able to help make the process a little less stressful and provide the information you needed quickly and clearly.
Thanks, Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Response time was good

Response time was good. Only the post held up mummy request.

11 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you, Helen, for your 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you were pleased with our response times. We appreciate your patience with the postal delay and thank you for your feedback. Thanks Gina

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Forms on the website were a bit clunky

Forms on the website were a bit clunky. Separation of named contacts and trustees was not clear and adding names became confusing.

18 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you for your feedback, Stuart. We appreciate your comments about the website forms and how the distinction between contacts and trustees could be clearer. Your feedback will help us improve the experience. Thanks Gina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Most impressed

After struggling to set up a trust account with another bank, I was fortunate enough to find United Trust and was amazed by their straightforward application process and their e mail communication. I was able to set up an account within the week. Most impressive

In summary. Easy processes. Quick responses. Friendly staff. Stress free. Thankyou!

18 August 2026
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Reply from United Trust Bank

Thank you, Sally, for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear your account setup was smooth and stress-free, and that our team could support you throughout the process. We truly appreciate your 5 Star review. Thanks Gina

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