The Progressive Building Society Reviews 137

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Review summary

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Considering 94 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness, professionalism, and friendly demeanor, often highlighting their ability to explain complex information clearly and put people at ease. The customer service is frequently described as excellent, with many appreciating the personalized and attentive approach, making interactions pleasant and productive. Reviewers are particularly impressed with the quick response times and the overall efficiency of the service provided, noting that issues are often resolved swiftly and effectively. However, some customers also noted occasional difficulties with the website, such as login issues or error messages, and a few instances of unhelpful customer service responses.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Visited my local branch in Omagh today to open a new account. From the get go the staff were bubbly and very informative, they put me at ease when decided on which account suited my needs. It’s always... See more

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

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

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


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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

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

137 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb staff at the Omagh Branch

Visited my local branch in Omagh today to open a new account. From the get go the staff were bubbly and very informative, they put me at ease when decided on which account suited my needs. It’s always a joy to go into the Omagh Branch as the service provided is always excellent. I want to thank Geraldine especially, she opened my account right away and is a credit to Progressive. I left today feeling confident that my savings are in the best place. Thank you to all the staff in the Omagh Branch.

June 3, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Incredibly difficuly & user unfriendly…

Incredibly difficult & user unfriendly site...progressive ...backwards more like? Attempted to open account so many times i lost count? Amateur and extremely poorly designed site....do youself a favour and go to Yorkshire or Leeds BS i abandoned the so called progressive and opened up an account in both within 15 minutes of trying. Most proffessional.

May 19, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

One of my colleagues had bought his first home with Progressive and the other had remortgaged to Progressive, and they mentioned the ease of the process, so I decided to bear them in mind, as my renewal was coming up and I was starting to shop about.

I initially requested a decision in principle when I was shopping for a renewal, the lady advising me was called Maire. I was happy with the quotations, rates, repayment terms and Maire's help, so I decided to proceed with Progressive for my remortgage, and I booked an application appointment for the following week.

The middle east conflict had just begun and subsequently, financial uncertainty had reared it's head as it always does. Maire contacted me promptly, and advised me that the fixed rates were ending at the close of business that day, and fitted me in the same day, at very short notice to get my application submitted to secure the rate I had been quoted. I received my mortgage offer around 6 weeks later and by that time, the rate would have been 1.3% higher than I had secured. If it wasn't for Maire's outstanding customer service and going above and beyond, then I'd have been paying a good bit more. Maire kept me up to date throughout the process, advising me of timelines which were very accurate and responded to my enquiries promptly, she also double checked my application before submission to underwriting so they had everything they needed and that there were no delays, she is definitely a credit to the society. Their Human touch certainly makes the difference.

I'm very happy with Progressive and the service I have received from Maire and I am looking forward to my remortgage completing. I would highly recommend Progressive building society.

March 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mortgage with Progressive

We recently completed the process of securing a renovation mortgage product with Progressive. Although it’s more involved / less straightforward than a traditional mortgage product, Rebekah at Progressive was really helpful in guiding us through the process every step of the way. She was always super responsive and professional. Would recommend.

April 30, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have accounts in the Enniskillen…

I have accounts in the Enniskillen Branch of the progressive building society. On Wednesday 22 April I had some queries about my accounts.
Natalie dealt with all issues in a professional competent and friendly manner. She is certainly an asset to your company

April 22, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Service provided

Myself and my husband had an excellent experience with our mortgage advisor Jane Steen at Progressive Building Society Coleraine and wanted to share how impressed we were with the service.

From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and approachable. She took the time to explain every step of the mortgage process clearly, making what can often feel overwhelming much easier to understand. No question was ever too small, and she was always quick to respond and provide reassurance when needed.

What really stood out was her dedication and attention to detail. She worked tirelessly to find the best options for us and ensured everything moved smoothly and efficiently. We genuinely felt like she had our best interests at heart throughout the entire process.

Thanks to her support, what could have been a stressful experience turned into a positive and straightforward journey. I would highly recommend Progressive Building Society and especially their fantastic mortgage advisor to anyone looking for expert guidance and outstanding customer service.

Thank you again for all your help—we couldn’t have done it without you!

March 30, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The place as freezing

The place as freezing, every time the door opened. Bring back the porch. The staff's warmth make up for the new building's drafty interior.

March 30, 2026
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