Nationwide Reviews 

9,376
TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.8

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Looking at 1,501 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many people feel that the service provided is poor, with concerns raised about automated systems failing to understand account details or providing unhelpful responses. Reviewers frequently mentioned issues with account management, such as being asked for extensive verification or experiencing problems with transactions and payment methods. There is a consistent feeling of being disregarded by the institution when raising complaints or needing assistance. However, some customers had very positive interactions, noting firsthand experiences of kindness and professional treatment from particular branch staff. A small group of consumers also mentioned receiving speedy and empathetic help from specific personnel when facing difficult situations. Conversely, a few other people also felt that some staff members were rude, poorly trained, or made personal inquiries during service interactions.

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Customer service

People report ambiguous experiences with customer_service, as opinions and interactions vary significantly.... See more

Staff

Consumers find staff to be ambiguous, experiencing a mix of exceptional branch service and frustrating online... See more

Service

Users describe ambiguous interactions with service, reflecting high disagreement among customers. Many... See more

Payment

Clients share negative opinions on payment, highlighting issues with blocked debit cards and unexpected... See more

Response time

Reviewers highlight negative aspects of response time, consistently reporting long delays and difficulties... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The company who run your credit card know next to nothing about me and how I run my spending on the credit card. As a result they are always lowering my limit and jacking UP my charges on the way it... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

There are some really great things about banking with Nationwide but there is one massive stumbling block which they believe is a customer benefit. We are rural-based and the trip to a Nationwide i... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Friendly, helpful staff. Unfortunately, I had not received my switch service payment into my account when I visited the branch. I find these surveys are very much a 'one size fits all' so do not... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

tried to log a simple it fault and error message. took hours. sent screenshot. eventual answer "is your browser using English" duh the screenshot showed English. totally hopeless AI type response wi... See more

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Company details

  1. Building Society
  2. 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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2.8

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were totally accessible

They were totally accessible. They were clear in their answers to my query . I value being able to speak easily with a person . That was my reason moving from hsbc to Nationwide .

August 27, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Anita, thanks for sharing this 5* review, and thank you for banking with us ☺️

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have already explained.

August 26, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Susan, if you’d like us to investigate your concerns further, and you've not done so already, you can raise a complaint using the options listed here: https://www.nationwide.co.uk/contact-us/make-a-complaint-or-send-us-feedback/.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Friendly staff,never wait to long to be…

Friendly staff,never wait to long to be seen.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi there, thanks for sharing this review. We're pleased to hear the staff are always friendly at your local branch and that you've not experienced any waits to be seen.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Safe

Always treated with respect and feel safe with them handling my money.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Thanks for sharing this 5* review, Pat ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always friendly

Always friendly, efficient and helpful
Have banked with Nationwide for 35 years now and have always excelled in what they do

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Peter, thanks for sharing this 5* review and for banking with us for 35 years ☺️

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

very difficult to get information about POA management

very difficult to get information about power of attorney management, after three very long telephone calls and two branch visits i was finally told that i had to open a account that i didn't want or need to be able to manage the POA on line. lady in call center was very rude to myself and about branch staff.

August 20, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Sarah, we're sorry to hear about your experience registering and managing an account via POA. If you’d like to raise a complaint, you can do so using the options outlined here: https://www.nationwide.co.uk/contact-us/make-a-complaint-or-send-us-feedback/.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Being able to make customers feel…

Being able to make customers feel comfortable and relaxed. Simon was attentive, cooperative and patient.
As we were not very competent with computers and understanding banking rules, he helped us with our requirements but also made it clear to us how it all works

August 26, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Norman, we're so pleased to hear Simon was attentive and was able to support when you visited recently, this is lovely to hear ☺️

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I transferred to Nationwide about 12…

I transferred to Nationwide about 12 months ago and am delighted with the friendly, professional service.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Thank you for sharing this lovely feedback, and for switching your account to us last year ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely helpful in the branch

Extremely helpful in the branch. Glad the counter service is still available. It’s nice to speak to a human being.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Michele, thanks for sharing this 5* feedback about your experiences in branch recently, we're pleased to hear you value these services ☺️

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had problems accessing credit card…

Had problems accessing credit card account on line, and also bank causing me online problems to access my Halifax account now changed to Lloyds. During call advised I cannot access the Nationwide Credit Card online, and started process and now getting message that Nationwide are having technical issues so stopping the registering process. Why are banks messing me about again, and again. I spent nearly half an hour on the phone, then there were technical issues when I got the phone passcode, and then the email passcode and now I am expected to waste more time calling them to fix something that should be available, but isn't. I won't bother wasting my time when they advise me to register again when their system is unreliable. I have better things to do with my time when they cannot be bothered to provide a system that people can use.

August 26, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Paul, we're sorry to hear you're having trouble registering online, as you should absolutely be able to use our online services for your credit card account. We're not currently aware of any technical issues affecting our services. If you're still experiencing issues, please give us a call on 03456 00 66 11 for further support.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No hard selling my mother is 93 and he…

No hard selling my mother is 93 and he made everything so easy to understand no pushing let us decide which would be better for us he was a credit to your company

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Thanks for sharing this lovely feedback about your experience visiting your local branch, Christopher ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Accessing a branch is a real bonus!

I’m so relieved to have a branch to walk into and get personal support with financial matters. The fact that I didn’t have to wait long even though I hadn’t made an appointment and the very helpful staff sorted my issue efficiently is so reassuring.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Mary, thanks for sharing this 5* feedback. We're pleased to hear the team in branch were able to quickly and efficiently support with your enquiry ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient staff and quickly…

Very efficient staff and quickly resolved question. As I said earlier Well done!

August 24, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Thanks for taking the time to share this lovely feedback, Roger. We're pleased to hear the team were efficient and resolved your query quickly.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Lovely local

Love having lovely, helpful people in a nearby branch.

Would love to be able to pay in cheques online with the app.

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Paul, thanks for sharing this feedback in relation to your local branch. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and services, so if you'd like to submit feedback regarding our app functionality, you can do so here: https://www.nationwide.co.uk/contact-us/general-feedback/.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good bank helpful but sometimes most…

Good bank helpful but sometimes most are clueless

August 26, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Olie, we're sorry to hear about your experience. If you’d like us to investigate your concerns further, you can raise a complaint using the options listed here: https://www.nationwide.co.uk/contact-us/make-a-complaint-or-send-us-feedback/.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sorted my mistake straight away

Sorted my mistake straight away, reassured everything was as it should be after

August 25, 2026
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Reply from Nationwide

Hi Deborah, we're pleased to hear everything was sorted quickly by the team. Thanks for sharing this 5* feedback ☺️

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